Cobra microTALK PR150 User Manual

IMPOR

TANT NOTICE:

FCC LICENSE REQUIRED

This two-way radio operates on GMRS (General Mobile Radio Ser

vice) frequencies which require an FCC (Federal Communications Commission) license. A user must be licensed prior to operating on Channels 1 through 7 or 15 through 22, which comprise the GMRS channels of this radio. Serious penalties could result for unlicensed use of GMRS channels, in violation of FCC rules. Operation of this radio is subject to additional rules specified in C.F.R. Part 95. Licensed users will be issued a call sign by the FCC, which should be used for station identification when operating this radio. GMRS users should also cooperate by engaging in permissible transmissions only

, avoiding channel interference with other GMRS users, and being prudent with the length of their transmission time. For licensing information and application forms, please call the FCC Hotline at 800-418-FORM. Request form #159 and form #605. Questions regarding the license application should be directed to the FCC at 888-CALL-FCC. Additional information is available on the FCC’

s website at www.fcc.gov.

Safety Information f

or microTALK

Radios

our 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 Commission

(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 not 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 inches from your face and speak in a normal voice, with the antenna pointed up and away

oduct Service Questions

If you have any questions about operation or installing your new Cobra product, or if you are missing parts…

Please call Cobra fir

st! DO NOTRETURN THIS PRODUCT

TO THESTORE! See customer assistance above.

For Products Purchased in the U.S.A.

If your product should require factor

y service, please call Cobra first before sending your radio, charger or battery pack(s). This will ensure the fastest turn-around time on your repair

. You may be asked to send your products to the Cobra factory. It will be necessary to furnish the following to have the product serviced and returned.

1) For warranty repair include some form of proof-of-

pur

chase, such as a mechanical reproduction or carbon of 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 product. Include a typed or clearly printed name and address of where the product is to be returned. 4) Pack product securely to prevent damage in transit. If possible, use the original packing material.

Ship prepaid and insured by way of a traceable carrier such as

United Par

cel Service (UPS) or Priority Mail to avoid loss in transit to : Cobra Factory Service, Cobra Electronics Corporation, 6500 West Cortland Street, Chicago, Illinois 60707 U.S.A.

6) If the product is in warranty, upon receipt of your product it will either be repaired or exchanged depending on the model. Please allow approximately three to four weeks before contacting Cobra for status. If the product 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 773-889-3087 for assistance.

For Products Purchased Outside the U.S.A.

Please contact your local dealer for product service information.

Limited One-Y

ear

arranty on Radio(s)

For Products Purchased in the U.S.A.

Cobra Electronics Corporation warrants that its Cobra GMRS radios, and the component parts thereof, will be

free of defects in workmanship and

materials for a period of one

year from the date of first

consumer pur

chase. This warranty may be enforced by the first consumer pur

chaser,

provided that the product is

utilized within the U.S.A.

Cobra will, without charge, repair or replace, at its option,

defective GMRS radios, products or component parts upon delivery

to the Cobra Factor

y Service

department, accompanied by

proof of the date of first consumer purchase, such as a duplicated

copy of a sales receipt. Y

ou must pay any initial shipping

charges required to ship the

product for warranty ser

vice, but the return charges will be at Cobra’

s expense, if the product is repaired or replaced under warranty. This warranty gives you specific legal

rights, and you may also have other rights which may var

y from state

to state.

Exclusions: This limited warranty does

not apply:

1) T

o any product damaged

by accident; 2) In the event of misuse or

abuse of the product or as a result of unauthorized alterations 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 merchantabilityand fitness for a particular purpose are limited in duration to the length of this warranty

. Cobra shall not be liable for any incident al, consequential or other damages; including, without limitation

, damages resulting from loss of use or cost of installation. 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.

For Products Purchased Outside the U.S.A.

Please contact your local dealer for warranty information.

Maximum range may var

y and is based on unobstructed line-of-sight communication under ideal conditions.

NOTE

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This de

vice may not cause

harmful interference.

2. This device must accept any

interf

erence received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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.

Mode/Power Button

Press and release to enter mode functions to change channels or privacy codes.

The channel numbers or privacy code numbers will blink when that mode is selected. Use the

Up/Down

buttons to select a channel or privacy code.

LCD Display

Press and hold to turn the radio

on or off.

Call Button

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

alk Button

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

Release the

alk

button when you are finished talking and listen for a response. Y

ou cannot receive incoming calls while pressing the

Talk button.

NOTE Both radios must

be tuned to the same channel and privacy code to communicate.

Battery Low Icon

Blinks when battery power level is low. Y

our microTALK

radio has a unique cir

cuit designed to extend battery life. If there are no transmissions within 10 seconds, the radio will auto

matically switch to

Batter

y Save

mode.

This will

not affect the radio’s ability to receive incoming transmissions.

Channel Numbers

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).

Transmit Icon

Visible when transmitting a message.

Receive Icon

Visible when receiving a message.

Privacy Code Numbers

While in Standby mode, shows current privacy code (00 through 38).

User’s Guide

Batteries

o Install or

Replace Batteries

Remove belt clip and battery compartment cover. Insert three AAA alkaline batteries according to polarity markings in the radio. Replace cover and belt clip.

Slide Cover Down

TWO

AYRADIO MODEL

PR150

Making Lif

e Easier

and Safer

Sta

ying in touc

h with

our famil

y and friends is

con

venient and easy when

using y

our micr

ALK

radio. Some of the many uses you will disco

ver 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.

Customer Assistance

In this user’

s guide, you should

find all the

information you need

to operate your microTALK®radio.

If you require further assistance

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

For Assistance in the U.S.A.

Automated Help Desk

English only

. 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 773-889-3087 (phone).

Customer Assistance Operators

English and Spanish. 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. CT,

Monday through Friday (except holidays) 773-889-3087 (phone).

Questions

English and Spanish. Faxes can be received at 773-622-2269 (fax).

Technical Assistance

English only

www.cobra.com

(on-line:

Frequently Asked Questions).

English and Spanish.

productinfo

@cobra.com (e-mail).

For Assistance Outside the U.S.A.

Contact Your Local Dealer

Battery Compartment Cover

Belt Clip

Antenna

The Cobra

line of quality

products includes:

CB Radios

microTALK

Radios

Radar/Laser Detectors

Safety Alert

Traffic Warning Systems

Handheld GPS Receivers

Mobile GPS Navigation Systems

HighGear

Accessories

CobraMarine™ VHF Radios

Power Inverters

Accessories

Trademark Acknowledgement

Cobra®, microTALK®, Nothing comes close to a Cobra

and the snake design are registered trademarks

of Cobra Electronics Corporation, U.S.A.

Cobra Electronics Corporation™ is a trademark

of Cobra Electronics Corporation, U.S.A.

2004 Cobr

Electronics Cor

por

ation

6500 West Cortland Street

Chicago

, Illinois 60707 U

.A.

www

.cobra.com

Printed in the Philippines Part No. 480-190-P

ersion C

Up/Down Buttons

While in mode functions, press and release to change channels or privacy codes.

Press and release to adjust the volume.

Batter

Low Icon

Channel Numbers

ransmit

Icon

Priv

Code

Numbers

Receive

Icon

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