COBRA MRHH150 VHF Handheld Radio Manual

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Introduction

Our Thanks to You and Customer Assistance

Our Thanks to You

Thank you for purchasing a CobraMarine® VHF radio. Properly used, this Cobra

product will give you

many years of reliable service.

How Your CobraMarine VHF Radio Works

This radio is a battery-powered portable transceiver for use afloat. It gives you two-way vessel-to-vessel and vessel-to-shore station communications, primarily for safety and secondarily for navigation and operational purposes. With it, you can call for help, get information from other boaters, talk to lock or bridge tenders, and make radiotelephone calls to anywhere in the world through a marine operator.

Besides two-way communications, the radio can provide quick access to receive all the NOAA (National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration) weather channels and alert you to weather emergencies with a tone on a weather channel you can tune in for your area.

Customer Assistance

Should you encounter any problems with this product, or not understand its many features, please refer to this owner’s manual. If you require further assistance after reading this manual, 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 only. 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Easternl Time Mon. through Fri. (except holidays) 773-889-3087.

Technical Assistance English only. www.cobra.com (on-line: Frequently Asked Questions). English only: productinfo

@cobra.com (e-mail).

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For Assistance Outside the U.S.A.

Contact Your Local Cobra Dealer

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6500 West Cortland Street

Chicago, Illinois 60707 USA

www.cobra.com

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Introduction

Radio Controls and Indicators

Introduction

Backlit LCD Screen and Product Features

Backlit

LCD

Screen

Push to Talk

Backlight/

Key Lock

Squelch

Defeat

Memory/

Escape

Dual Watch/ Scan

Volume Up/ Down

Speaker

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Antenna

External Speaker/

Microphone Jack

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Wrist Strap

Connector

Belt Clip

Engagement

Battery

Compartment

Power Level/ Weather

Enter/Setup

Instant Channel 16/9

Channel Up/Down

Charge Jack

Microphone

Battery Door

Backlit LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Screen

Weather Icon

Weather Alert Icon

Active Channel Numbers

Memory Channel Icon

Broadcast Receive Icon

Key Tone Icon

Simplex Operation Icon

Product Features

Power Settings

Select 0.5, 1 or 3 watts of output power for near or distant calling.

USA/International/Canada Channels

Operate on any of the three different channel maps set up for these areas.

All NOAA Weather Channels

Instant access to all National Weather Channels, 24 hours a day.

Emergency Weather Alert

Receive NOAA alerts when threatening weather is nearby.

Submersible

Meets JIS7/IPX7 waterproof standards.

Key Lock

Prevents accidental setting changes when key lock is set.

Channel Scan/Memory Scan

Scan through all or memorized channels to find conversations in progress.

Instant Channel 16/9

Provides instant access to priority Channel 16 and calling Channel 9.

Roger Beep Tone (Selectable)

Confirmation tone indicates the completion of the user’s transmission and signals to others it is clear to talk. On or Off selectable.

Rechargeable NiMH (Nickel-Metal Hydride) Batteries

Five rechargeable NiMH batteries supplied with the unit provide extended operating time and have no memory effect. Five AAA alkaline batteries may also be used for emergency backup power.

12V Power Cord Included

Charge the NiMH batteries in a car or boat.

Speaker/Mic Jack

Allows connecting optional Cobra Lapel Speaker/Mic.

Memory Channels

Allows programming of up to ten VHF memory channels.

Signal Strength Meter

Shows the strength of incoming or outgoing signals.

Illuminated Buttons

Allows high visibility of all function buttons.

Dual-Watch

Use to monitor two (channels at once – Channel 16 and one user selected channel.

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Roger Beep Icon Dual Watch Icon

UIC Active Channel Map Icons

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Scan Icon Receive & Transmit Icons

Signal Strength Icon

Button Lock Icon Battery Power Icon

Low/Med/High Power Icons

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Assistance

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Table of Contents

Introduction

Our Thanks to You ......................................................................................... A1

Customer Assistance ..................................................................................... A1

Radio Controls and Indicators ....................................................................... A2

Backlit LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Screen .................................................. A3

Product Features ........................................................................................... A3

Important Safety Information ............................................................................ 2

Marine Communication and Radio Procedures ................................................. 4

FCC Licensing Information ................................................................................ 5

Installation

Included in this Package ................................................................................... 6

Wrist Strap, Belt Clip and External Speaker/Mic ............................................... 7

Installing, Charging and Maintaining Batteries ................................................. 8

Operating Your Radio

Getting Started ................................................................................................ 10

Setup Mode Programming............................................................................... 14

NOAA All Hazards/Weather Radio and Alert .................................................... 17

Standby, Receive and Transmit ....................................................................... 18

Advanced Operation ........................................................................................ 21

Maintenance .................................................................................................... 27

Troubleshooting ............................................................................................... 27

VHF Marine Radio Protocols

VHF Marine Radio Procedures ......................................................................... 28

Voice Calling .................................................................................................... 30

Radiotelephone Calls ....................................................................................... 31

Emergency Messages and Distress Procedure ............................................... 32

Warranty and Trademark

Limited 1-Year Warranty ................................................................................. 35

Trademark Acknowledgement ........................................................................ 35

Customer Service

Product Service ............................................................................................... 36

Specifications .................................................................................................. 37

Appendix – English/Español

VHF Marine Channel Assignments .................................................................. 38

Weather Channel Assignments ....................................................................... 55

Accessories ..................................................................................................... 56

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Introduction

Assistance

Warranty

Customer Assistance

Warranty

Introduction

Important Safety Information

Introduction

Important Safety Information

Before using your CobraMarine® VHF radio, please read these general precautions and warnings.

Warning and Notice Statements

To make the most of this radio, it must be used properly. Please read the operating instructions carefully before using the radio. Special attention must be paid to the

WARNING and NOTICE statements in this manual.

WARNING

Statements identify conditions that could result in personal injury or loss of life.

NOTICE Statements identify conditions that could cause damage to the radio or other equipment.

Safety Training Information

This CobraMarine® radio has been tested and found to comply with the FCC RF exposure limits for use by the “General Population” and Industry Canada RF exposure limits for use by the “General Public.” This CobraMarine VHF radio also complies with the following guidelines and standards regarding RF energy and electromagnetic energy levels as well as evaluation of those levels for human exposure:

FCC OET Bulletin 65 Edition 97-01 Supplement C, Evaluating Compliance with FCC

Guidelines for Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields.

American National Standards Institute (C95.1-1992), IEEE Standard for Safety

Levels with Respect to Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields, 3 kHz to 300 GHz.

American National Standards Institute (C95.3-1992), IEEE Recommended Practice

for the Measurement of Potentially Hazardous Electromagnetic Fields — RF and Microwave.

Industry Canada RSS-102-Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Compliance of

Radiocommunication Apparatus (All Frequency bands).

Conformité d’exposition de la fréquence du Canada RSS-102-Radio d’industrie

(rf) de l’appareillage de communication par radio (toutes les bandes de fréquence).

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General Precautions

The following WARNINGS and NOTICE information on the following page will make you

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aware of RF exposure hazards and how to assure you operate the radio within the FCC RF exposure limits established for the radio.

WARNINGS Your radio generates electromagnetic RF (radio frequency) energy when it is transmitting. To ensure that you and those around you are not exposed to excessive amounts of that energy, DO NOT touch the antenna when transmitting. KEEP the radio at least two (2) inches (5cm) away from yourself and others when transmitting.

DO NOT operate with more than a duty cycle of 5% transmit, 5% receive and 90% standby. The radio is transmitting when the Talk button is pressed and the transmit information shows on the LCD screen.

ALWAYS use only Cobra authorized accessories. DO NOT operate the radio in an explosive atmosphere, near blasting sites,

or in any area where signs are posted prohibiting radio transmissions. NEVER place the transceiver or microphone/speaker where they might interfere

with operation of your vessel or cause injury. DO NOT allow children or anyone unfamiliar with proper procedures to operate

the radio without supervision. Failure to observe any of these warnings may cause you to exceed FCC RF

exposure limits or create other dangerous conditions.

Industry Canada Antenna Notice

Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada. 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.

Avis d’antenne du Canada d’industrie

En vertu de la réglementation de l’industrie du Canada, cet émetteur de radio ne peut fonctionner à l’aide d’une antenne d’un type et un maximum (ou moins) Gain approuvé pour l’émetteur par Industrie Canada. Pour réduire le risque d’interférence aux autres utilisateurs, le type d’antenne et son gain doivent être choisis afin que la puissance isotrope rayonnée équivalente (PIRE) ne dépasse pas ce qui est nécessaire pour une communication réussie.

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Marine Communication

Introduction

NOTICE Your radio is waterproof only when the batteries are properly installed.

AVOID using or storing the radio at temperatures below -4˚F (-20˚C) or above 140˚F (60˚C).

KEEP your radio at least 3 ft (0.9 m) away from your vessel’s magnetic navigation compass.

DO NOT attempt to service any internal parts yourself. Have any necessary service performed by a qualified technician.

This radio is supplied with NiMH (Nickel-Metal Hydride) rechargeable batteries.

Use only the Cobra power cord to recharge NiMH batteries in the radio.

Do not short circuit the batteries.

When replacing the batteries, dispose of the old batteries properly. The NiMH

batteries may explode if disposed of in a fire.

Do not attempt to operate your radio while recharging the batteries.

Changes or modifications to your radio MAY VOID its compliance with FCC (Federal Communications Commission) rules and make it illegal to use.

Recommendations for Marine Communication

The frequencies your radio uses are set aside to enhance safety afloat and for vessel navigation and operational messages over a range suitable for nearshore voyages. If the 3 watt maximum output of your radio is not sufficient for the distances you travel from the coast, consider a higher powered handheld or installing a Cobra Marine fixed mount radio with up to 25 watts of output power. (Visit www.cobra.com or your local dealer for model availability.)

If traveling far offshore, you should consider adding even more powerful radio equipment such as HF single side band or satellite radio for your vessel.

The U.S. Coast Guard does not endorse cellular telephones as substitutes for marine radios. They generally cannot communicate with rescue vessels and, if you make a distress call on a mobile telephone, only the party you call will be able to hear you. Additionally, mobile telephones may have limited coverage over water and can be hard to locate. If you do not know where you are, the Coast Guard will have difficulty finding you if you are using a mobile telephone.

However, cellular telephones can have a place on board where cellular coverage is available — to allow social conversations and keep the marine frequencies uncluttered and available for their intended uses.

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and Radio Procedures

Marine Communication, Procedures & FCC Licensing

Introduction

Sea Tow Automated Radio Check (ARC) System

Please try the Sea Tow Automated Radio Check service. Areas where the safety check service is available include the East Coast, Gulf of Mexico, and Southern California, as well as in select inland regions. The first and only boating safety program of its kind, the Sea Tow Automated Radio Check service is fully automated and allows 24 hour a day automatic responses to radio check calls.

Conducting a radio check through the Sea Tow Automated Radio Check service couldn’t be simpler. All boaters need to do is tune their VHF radios to Channel 24, 25, 26, 27 or 28, depending on the region, key the mic, and ask for a radio check. The Automated Radio Check system responds to each radio check with an automated reply, and also replays to the boater’s original radio transmission, allowing him or her to assess the strength of the signal and confirm the VHF radio is in good working order.

To find the Sea Tow Automated Radio Check service channel in an area, owners should visit http://www.seatow.com/arc. The web page links to an instructional video demonstrating how to use the service step by step.

FCC Licensing Information

CobraMarine VHF radios comply with the FCC (Federal Communications Commission) requirements that regulate the Maritime Radio Service.

The radio operates on all currently allocated marine channels and is switchable for use according to U.S.A., International or Canadian regulations. It features instant access to emergency Channel 16 and calling Channel 9 as well as NOAA (National Oceanic

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and Atmospheric Administration) All Hazards Radio with Alert that can be accessed by pressing one button.

Station License

An FCC ship station license is no longer required for any vessel traveling in U.S.A. waters which uses a VHF marine radio, RADAR, or EPIRB (Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon), and which is not required to carry radio equipment. However, any vessel required to carry a marine radio on an international voyage, carrying an HF single side band radiotelephone, or carrying a marine satellite terminal must obtain a station license.

FCC license forms and applications for ship and land stations can be downloaded from the Internet at www.fcc.gov. Forms can also be obtained by calling the FCC at 888-225-5322.

International Station License

If your vessel will be entering the sovereign waters of a country other than the U.S.A. or Canada, you should contact that country’s communications regulatory authority for licensing information.

Radio Call Sign

Currently, the FCC does not require recreational boaters to have a license. The United States Coast Guard recommends that the boat’s registration number and state of registry (e.g., IL 1234 AB) be used as a call sign and be clearly visible on the vessel.

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FCC Licensing (continued) & Included in this Package

VHF Marine Radio Protocols

Installation

Wrist Strap, Belt Clip and External Speaker/Mic

Canadian Ship Station License

You need a Radio Operator’s Certificate if your vessel is operated in Canadian waters. Radio Operator training and certification is available from the Canadian Power Squadron. Visit their website at http://www.cps-ecp.ca/.

User Responsibility and Operating Locations

All users are responsible for observing domestic and foreign government regulations and are subject to severe penalties for violations. The VHF frequencies on your radio are reserved for marine use and require a special license to operate from land, including when your boat is on its trailer.

NOTE

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules, and Industry Canada

license-exempt RSS standards. 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.

FCC Warning: 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 80 of the FCC Rules, or violation of type acceptance requirements of part 2 of the rules.

Included in this Package

You should find all of the following items in the package with your CobraMarine VHF radio.

Radio

Wrist Strap

12V Power Cord

Wrist Strap and Belt Clip

Wrist Strap

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The radio comes with the wrist strap already attached. It can be easily removed if you choose not to use it.

Belt Clip

Insert Belt Clip onto Radio

Use the spring-loaded belt clip to carry the radio on your person.

1. Slide the belt clip into the guide channel on the back of the radio until it is locked in place.

2. To attach the wrist strap, insert it through the hole at the top of the belt clip, feed it through the looped end and pull

Removing the Radio

Secure Radio

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tight to secure to the belt clip.

3. Press open the belt clip, slide it over the belt and release the clip.

4. To remove the belt clip from the radio press the tab on the belt clip, which unlocks the clip, and slide it out.

Operating Instruction Manual

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Spring-Loaded Belt Clip

For connection to 12-volt power sources.

5 Rechargeable NiMH Batteries

External Speaker/Microphone Jack

Speaker/Microphone Jack

Your radio can be fitted with an optional External Speaker/ Microphone (not included), freeing your hands for other tasks. Contact your local CobraMarine

or Cobra

directly for optional accessories.

To attach the external speaker/microphone:

1. Open the speaker/microphone tab on top

of the radio.

2. Insert the plug into the speaker/microphone jack.

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Customer Assistance

Batteries and Charging Batteries and Charging

VHF Marine Radio Protocols

Batteries and Charging

Install Batteries

The radio is is shipped with five NiMH rechargeable batteries.

WARNING The 12V power cord supplied with this radio is only to be used with its rechargeable batteries. Do not attempt to charge any other type of batteries in the radio as fire, explosion or battery damage will occur. Rechargeable battery life will be prolonged if extreme ambient temperatures are avoided.

When your rechargeable batteries begin to discharge too quickly, it is time to install new batteries. Your radio will also operate with five (high-quality AAA alkaline batteries.

Installing the Batteries

Install the AAA batteries in the slots in the battery

Install Batteries

compartment with the batteries oriented according to the polarity (+ & -) marks in the slots.

Initial Charge

The Cobra-provided NiMH batteries may be charged in a car or boat using the appropriate 12V power cord.

Power Source

1. Insert the power cord into the side of the radio.

2. Insert the other end of the power cord into a 12V power

source.

3. Observe that the red light on the power cord glows to indicate that power is present.

4. Allow the batteries to charge for 12 to 14 hours before use.

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Locking Tab

To Remove Batteries from Radio

1. Loosen the 2 screws on the back of the battery door.

2. Pull the individual batteries out of the radio housing.

NOTICE

NiMH batteries are toxic. Please dispose of properly. Some marine suppliers accept old batteries for recycling and some municipal waste disposal agencies have special provisions for battery disposal.

Fully Charged

Maintaining the Battery Charge

As you use your radio, the battery power icon will show the

battery power remaining. When the icon begins to flash, it is time to recharge or change the batteries.

NOTICE

Partially Charged

Use only the 12V power cord provided by Cobra. Do not use the power cord with alkaline batteries; only the NiMH batteries are rechargeable. Spent alkaline batteries must be discarded and replaced.

It is a good idea to keep a set of fresh, high-quality AAA

Fully Discharged

alkaline batteries with your radio. Should the rechargeable batteries become discharged and no electrical power source be available, you can insert fresh alkaline batteries and continue to use your radio.

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WARNING Only the rechargeable NiMH batteries can be recharged. You MUST use the charging device provided with this radio. Do not substitute any other type of charging adapter. Battery damage, fire or explosion may result. It is equally important to prevent the NiMH batteries from freezing to obtain best performance from them.

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Getting Started Getting Started

Operating Your Radio

Getting Started

MR HH150FLT Radio

Refer to the foldout at the front of this manual to identify the various controls and indicators on your radio. Throughout this manual you will be instructed to “Press” or to “Press and Hold” various buttons (except “Push to Talk”) on the radio. “Press” means a momentary press of approximately one

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second. “Press and Hold” means to hold the button down for approximately three seconds.

Whenever you press any button except the Talk button on your radio, a brief tone (beep) will sound to confirm the button press. With all button presses, the appropriate icon will appear on the LCD and the backlight will turn On. The backlight will stay On for 10 seconds after the button is released.

At times, you will hear two other sounds. Two beeps will sound to confirm your setting changes and three beeps will sound to notify you of an error.

Common Radio Functions

The following procedures define common operating functions of the radio when in either Marine Standby or Weather (WX) Standby modes.

Power Button

Power On/Off Button

The On/Off Button control is located at the front left side of the radio. Pressing and holding the power On/Off button for 3 seconds will turn the radio On or Off.

Power Saver

Your radio has a unique circuit designed to extend battery life. If there are no transmissions, signals, or button presses for ten seconds, the radio will automatically switch to Power Save mode. Signal reception or any button press will take the radio out of Power Save mode.

Volume Control

Volume is controlled by the Up/Down volume buttons.

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n To increase the volume, press the Volume + button. n To decrease the volume, press the Volume - button.

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Speaker/Microphone Jack

Radio Speaker and Microphone

The internal Radio Speaker and Microphone are located on the bottom front face of the radio below the lower control buttons.

An optional Speaker/Microphone jack is located at the top of the radio. Flip the protective cap open and insert the plug into the jack.

Talk Button

Talk Button Press and hold the Talk button to transmit messages. Release the Talk button to stop transmitting. If the Talk button is pressed while on a receive only channel, a three beep error signal will sound.

Squelch Control

Squelch Control This radio is equipped with an automatic squelch control. Squelch filters weak signals and radio frequency (RF) noise so you can hear the main signal clearly.

To receive weak signals, the automatic squelch can be turned Off (opened) by pressing the Squelch Defeat button. You will likely hear a lot of static and RF noise along with the weak signal.

Press the Squelch Defeat button for up to five seconds to briefly open squelch. To hold squelch open for longer periods, press and hold the Squelch Defeat button for more than five seconds. Squelch will remain open until you press the Squelch Defeat button again or you change channels.

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Backlight/Key Lock Button

Key Locked Buttons

Key Lock Icon

Channel Up/Down Buttons

Currently On Channel 88

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Getting Started Getting Started

Backlight/Key Lock Button

The LCD will be illuminated by the backlight as long as any button is pressed and will remain On for 10 seconds after the button is released.

To Display the Backlight Momentarily:

Press the Backlight/Key Lock button. The backlight will remain On for 10 seconds. If the backlight is already On, a press of the Backlight/Key Lock button will turn it Off.

Key Lock

To prevent accidental changes to your settings, you can lock all of the buttons on the front of the the radio along with the Squelch Defeat button.

To Lock or Unlock the Buttons:

Press and hold the Backlight/Key Lock button for two seconds. The Key Lock icon will appear or disappear in the LCD. When Key Lock is On, pressing any of the buttons on the front of the radio will result in a three beep error message.

Both the Backlight/Key Lock button and the Talk button are active — you can Receive (Rx) or Transmit (Tx) a message with Key Lock On, but you cannot change the channel.

Channel Up/Down Buttons

Your radio will Receive (Rx) and Transmit (Tx) VHF signals on the channel indicated on the LCD display. You can change the channel at any time using the Channel Up/Down buttons.

To Change Channels:

Press the Channel Up/Down buttons. If you are on Channel 88, pressing the Channel Up button

will advance to Channel 01. If you are on Channel 01,

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Scan Button

HI/MED/LO Power Button

SCAN Button

Press and hold the SCN button to scan all channels. The SCAN icon will display on the LCD display. Scanning begins at lower channels, and scans to higher channels. Press Channel Up/Down button to change the scan direction.

When a signal is received in SCAN mode, the radio will pause 10 seconds before resuming SCAN operation. The scan will stop when the Talk button is pressed.

NOTE

Memory channels need to be saved to effectively enter the Memory Channel mode and scan all memory channels. See page 25.

High/Medium/Low (HI/MED/LO) Power Button

Your radio can transmit selectively at .5, 1 or 3 watts of power. Cobra suggests you maintain the low power setting for short-range communication. You will conserve battery life and avoid overpowering nearby stations by using a low power signal. Use the High Power setting for long-range communications or when you do not receive a response to a signal sent at .5 or 3 watt.

To Toggle Between Hi/Med/Lo Power Modes:

Press the Power Level/Weather button. The LCD will show which mode is in effect. Some channels are restricted for a maximum use of 1 watt. Your radio will automatically set the power to Low Power mode when you select those channels.

NOTE

Some channels, frequency bands and countries of use might not be able to operate in High Power mode.

pressing the Channel Down button will advance to 4 digit channel.

You can press and hold the Channel Up/Down button for fast advance. The beep sound will occur only at the first press of the buttons and not during fast advance.

If the new channel selected is restricted to low power, the radio will automatically switch to Low Power mode and the Low Power icon will appear on the LCD.

If the radio is in the Key Lock mode, the channel will not change and the three beep error signal will sound.

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Setup Mode Programming Setup Mode Programming

Operating Your Radio

Setup Mode Programming

The following series of procedures is designed to allow you to set the programmable features of your radio. Correctly following these steps results in a minimal amount of radio setup programming time.

NOTE

When in the Setup mode, if you stop programming for longer than 10 seconds, your entry will be saved and the radio will go back to the Marine Standby mode. Pressing any of the non-programming buttons (Talk, Dual-Watch/Scan, Power Level/Weather, Instant Channel 16/9) will also exit Setup mode and invoke the button function or return the radio to Marine Standby mode.

When you return to Setup mode and continue programming you will see the last “value” displayed. While in the Setup mode, you will not receive any signal reception.

Marine (VHF) Mode Programming

Programming these features will allow you to customize certain features of this radio to enhance your “On-Water” audio needs.

Enter/Setup Button

Start from Marine Standby mode to begin Marine (VHF) Setup programming. Press and hold the Enter/Setup button for three seconds to enter the programming mode.

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U.S.A./International/Canada Channel Maps

Three sets of VHF Channel Maps have been established for marine use in the U.S.A., Canada, and the rest of the world (International). Most of the channels are the same for all three maps, but there are definite differences (see table in the Appendix). Your radio has all three maps built into it and will operate correctly in whichever area you choose.

Set Channel Map

To Set Channel Map Operating Area:

1. The Channel Map mode is the first mode that begins the Marine (VHF) Setup programming.

2. U, I and C will display, with the current setting (the U icon is the default) flashing.

3. Press Channel Up/Down buttons to select the U, I or C icon.

Active Channel Map Icon

4. Press Enter/Setup button to save this entry and move to the next setup programming mode.

NOTE One or two of the channel maps might have been disabled for sales of this radio in some countries.

Channel Up/Down Buttons

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Setup Mode ProgrammingSetup Mode Programming

Roger Beep Mode

Key Tone Mode

Roger Beep Mode

In Roger Beep mode, your listener will hear an audible tone when you release the Talk button. This alerts your listener that you are finished talking and it is OK for them to speak.

To Set Roger Beep On or Off:

1. Press and hold the Setup button for 3 seconds.

2. Press Channel Up/Down buttons to select ON or OFF. ROG

will be displayed when On.

3. Press Enter/Setup button to save this entry and move to the next setup programming mode – Key Tone.

Key Tone Mode

In Key Tone mode, an audible tone will sound each time a button is pressed or you change a setting.

To Set Key Tone On or Off:

1. Press and hold the Setup button for 3 seconds.

2. Press Channel Up/Down buttons to select

ON or OFF.

3. Press Enter/Setup button to save all entries.

You have now ended Marine (VHF) Setup programming mode and will enter Marine Standby mode.

Weather (WX) Alert Mode Programming

Programming these features will allow your radio to listen to all NOAA Hazard Alert radio signals and warnings (WX feature available in U.S. model only).

Start from WX Standby mode (see page 19) to begin WX Alert Setup programming. Press and hold the Enter/Setup button for three seconds to enter the programming mode.

WX Alert On/Off

To Set WX Alert On or Off:

1. WX Alert mode is the first mode that begins WX Alert Setup programming.

2. Display will show WX Alert icon and ON or OFF flashing.

3. Press Channel Up and Channel Down buttons

to select ON or OFF.

4. Press Enter/Setup button to save this entry and move to

the next setup programming mode.

WX Auto Search (SCAN)

To Set WX Auto Search (SCAN) On or Off:

1. Display will show WX Alert icon and SCAN,

ON or OFF is flashing.

2. Press Channel Up and Channel Down buttons

to select SCAN, ON or OFF.

3. Press the Enter/Setup button to save entry.

You have now ended the WX Alert Setup programming mode and will enter the WX Alert Standby mode.

When WX Alert is On and WX Auto Search (SCAN) is Off, the unit will continuously check the selected WX channel from Marine or WX Standby for the WX Alert tone. When the tone is detected, the radio will sound an alert tone and flash the WX Alert icon. The unit will remain on that WX channel until you switch back to Marine Standby mode.

When WX Auto Search (SCAN) is On, the unit will scan the weather channels for a stronger signal if the current weather channel signal falls below the squelch level.

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Marine Standby and Receive (Rx) Mode

Marine Standby mode is the default mode for the radio whenever it is turned On. From this mode, you can change current settings by becoming familiar with the different key functions that are active in Marine Standby mode. While in Marine Standby mode, the user will be able to transmit by pressing the Push to Talk (Talk) button. Users will hear signals on the selected channel(s) in Receive (RX) mode and can hear alerts broadcast by the Coast Guard and NOAA.

NOTE

Coast Guard alerts are broadcast on Channel 16 and you need to have the WX Alert turned On to receive NOAA weather alerts. While in Marine Standby mode, you will receive any messages sent on the channel to which you are tuned.

Transmit (Tx) Mode

Transmit (Tx) mode gives you the ability to interact with safety services, other vessels and shore stations. When you use this capability, be sure to follow the procedures and to observe the courtesies that govern its use so everyone benefits. See Appendix to help you select the proper channels.

To Transmit a Message:

1. Check to see that your radio is set to a proper channel for

the type of message you plan to send.

2. Toggle to the Low Power setting for a nearby station.

3. With the microphone about 2 in. [51 mm] from your mouth, press and hold the Talk button and speak into the microphone.

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The Transmit icon will appear on the LCD.

4. Release the Talk button when you are finished

speaking. Your radio can only operate in either Transmit (Tx) or Receive (Rx) mode at any given time. You will not hear the response to your message unless the Talk button is released. If the Battery Power icon begins blinking on the LCD when the Talk button is pressed, the radio will NOT transmit.

NOTE

If the Talk button is held down for five minutes, the radio will automatically sound a series of beeps and cease transmitting to prevent unwanted signal generation and battery drain. As soon as the Talk button is released, it can be pressed again to resume transmission.

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NOAA Weather Channels

Monitoring the weather will probably be a frequent use of your radio. NOAA provides continuous, around-the-clock broadcasts of the latest weather information. Taped weather messages run every four to six minutes and are revised every two or three hours, or as needed. The Coast Guard also announces weather and other safety warnings on Channel 16. Smart boaters keep an eye on safety and an ear to the radio — and never let the weather catch them unaware.

NOAA Emergency Weather Alert

In the event of a major storm or other weather condition requiring vessels at sea or on other bodies of water to be notified, NOAA broadcasts a 1050 Hz tone that receivers such as your CobraMarine VHF radio can detect and warn you of a weather alert condition. When the Weather Alert mode on your radio is On, this signal will produce a loud tone from the speaker in the radio and will automatically switch to the alerting weather channel so the alert broadcast can be heard.

NOAA Test Alert System

To test this system, NOAA broadcasts the 1050 Hz signal every Wednesday sometime between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. in each local time zone. Any receiver that can detect the weather alert tone may use this service to verify that this system is functioning properly.

These signals will be received in Marine or Weather Standby modes as described below.

WX Standby Display

Weather (WX) Standby Mode

To enter the WX Standby mode, press and hold the Power Level/Weather button. All common operating functions

of the radio will work the same in WX Standby mode as they do in the normal Marine Standby mode. The radio will be monitoring for all alerts in the background when in the WX Standby mode when WX Alert is set ON.

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WX Alert Standby Mode

When your radio is in WX Alert Standby mode, the following items will be displayed on the LCD display:

n The WX icon (cloud/sun) icon will be displayed. n The last used weather channel will be displayed. n The bar graph will display received signal strength level. n The WX Alert icon (safety triangle) will be displayed.

NOTE

Only one or two of the weather channels will be operating in any given location (only in Receive (Rx) mode). You will need to select the channel with the strongest signal in your location.

NOTE

When in the WX Alert mode, and NOAA sends the 1050Hz alert tone, the radio will sound a series of beeps.

WX Auto Search (SCAN)

WX Auto Search (SCAN) Mode Function:

The purpose of the WX Auto Search (SCAN) function is to enable the receiver to stay tuned to a strong weather channel at all times in both the Marine and Weather standby modes. This allows use of the communication functions of the radio without missing a Weather Alert when:

n WX Auto Search (SCAN) function is On. n WX Alert is On. n The radio is tuned to a Marine VHF channel and

has entered Power Save mode (meaning there is no signal activity or user input for 10 seconds).

n The radio software has detected that the current

WX channel signal level has dropped below a preset minimum level or is gone completely.

Under these conditions, the software will scan the WX channels looking for an active WX channel. When an active WX channel is found, it will stop the scan and use the new WX channel to look for the standard 1050Hz alert tone.

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Advanced Operation

Several capabilities of your radio can add to its versatility and ease of use even though they are not needed for its basic operation.

Channel 16/9 Mode

Channel 16/9 mode gives you quick access to calling on Channel 16 and Channel 9 from any operational mode.

Channel 16/9 Button

Channel 16

Channel 9

To Switch to Channel 16 or Channel 9:

1. Press the Channel 16/9 button to change

to Channel 16.

2. Press the Channel 16/9 button again to change to Channel 9.

3. Press the Channel 16/9 button a third time and return to the last used Marine Standby channel.

NOTE This key is labeled as “16” for maximum visibility.

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Dual-Watch Mode

Dual-Watch mode gives you one button access to scan a total of two channels of most importance to you. Channel 16 is preprogrammed and will always be one of the scanned locations. The other channel can be any marine VHF channel of your choice.

DUAL-WATCH Button

Using Dual-Watch

1. In Marine Standby mode, select the desired channel for Dual-Watch scanning.

2. Press the Dual-Watch button. The DW icon will appear on the LCD display and the radio will scan channel 16 and the selected channel.

3. A signal on any one of the two channels will

Dual-Watch Scan Mode

stop the scan for 10 seconds to allow you to listen to the traffic on that location.

NOTE After the Dual-Watch scan stops to monitor a channel, as long as you do not press any buttons within 10 seconds, your radio will automatically resume scanning the Dual-Watch channels.

4. Press the Channel Up or Channel Down buttons to resume scanning the Dual-Watch channels or to change the scan direction.

5. To EXIT the Dual-Watch scan, press the Dual-Watch button again. The DW icon will disappear from the LCD and the radio will return to Marine Standby mode.

NOTE Dual-Watch also functions with a Memory channel.

Memory Location Mode

Your radio has ten memory locations (numbered 0 to 9) for your most frequently used channels. These memory locations can be selected individually or can be scanned.

MEM/ESC Button

Memory Location Number

Channel Up/Down Buttons

Channel Number

To enter Memory mode, press Memory/Escape button. The display will show the MEM icon and the Memory Channel bank will be activated and displayed.

To Program Memory Locations:

1. Press and hold the Memory/Escape button for

two seconds. The memory location number will start flashing.

2. Use the Channel Up and Channel Down buttons to advance to the memory location (0-9) you want to program.

3. Press the Memory/Escape button to select the memory location. The memory channel number will stop flashing and the channel number will start flashing.

4. Use the Channel Up and Channel Down buttons to change to the channel you want to store into the selected memory location.

5. Press the Memory/Escape button to program that channel. The memory location number will flash again.

Repeat steps 2 through 5 to program as many additional memory locations as you want [up to ten VHF memory channels].

6. Press and hold the Memory/Escape button for two seconds. This will return the radio to

Memory mode.

7. Press and release the Memory/Escape button again to return to Marine Standby mode.

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MEM Icon Memory Location Scan

To Recall a Stored Memory Location:

1. Press the Memory/Escape button. The MEM icon will be

turned On.

2. Press the Channel Up or Channel Down button to select the memory location. If a memory location has been programmed, its associated channel will display on the LCD. Your radio is now in Marine Standby mode on the selected memory location.

To Exit Memory Location Mode:

Press the Memory/Escape button to return the radio to Marine Standby mode. The last channel used in Marine Standby mode will now be displayed on the LCD and the MEM icon will disappear.

To Erase Stored Memory Locations:

MEM/ESC Button

1. Press and hold the Memory/Escape button for two seconds. The memory location number will start flashing and the MEM icon will be turned On.

2. Use the Channel Up and Channel Down buttons to advance to the memory location you want to erase.

3. Press the Memory/Escape button to select the memory location. The memory channel number will stop flashing and the channel number will start flashing.

Scan Button

4. Use the Channel Up and Channel Down buttons to change the channel to read “

--” at the selected memory location.

5. Press the Memory/Escape button to erase that memory location.

Repeat steps 2 through 5 to erase as many additional memory locations as you want.

6. Press and hold the Memory/Escape button for two seconds. This will return the radio to Memory mode.

7. Press and release the Memory/Escape button again to return to Marine Standby mode.

Memory Location Scan Mode

During Memory Location Scan mode, the radio will rapidly scan through all programmed memory channels. Whenever any activity is detected on a channel, the radio will stop the scan for 10 seconds to allow you to listen briefly on that channel. It will then continue to scan unless you switch out of

Memory Location Scan mode.

NOTE

If there are fewer than two memory locations programmed in the radio, the Memory Location Scan option will not be available. At least two memory locations need to be programmed to use the Scan button.

To Enter Memory Location Scan:

1. From Marine Standby mode, press the Memory/Escape

button.

2. Press and hold the DUAL WATCH/SCAN button. The radio will immediately begin to scan all pre-assigned memory channels. The SCAN and MEM icons will show on the LCD.

3. A signal on any channel will stop the scan for 10 seconds to allow you to listen to the traffic on that location.

4. Press the Channel Up or Channel Down button to resume scanning the Memory Location Scan channels or to change the scan direction.

5. To EXIT Memory Location Scan mode, press and hold the DUAL WATCH/SCAN button again. The SCAN and MEM

icons will disappear from the LCD and the radio will return to Memory mode.

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Scanning

Channel Scan Mode

During Channel Scan mode, the radio will rapidly switch from channel to channel through ALL the channels. Whenever any activity is detected, the radio will stop the scan for 10 seconds to allow you to listen briefly on that channel. The radio will then continue to scan unless you switch out of the Channel Scan mode.

SCAN Button

To Enter Channel Scan:

1. From Marine Standby mode, press and hold the DUAL WATCH/SCAN button. The radio will immediately

begin to scan the entire channel map selected in the active channel map. The SCAN icon will show on the LCD.

2. A signal on any channel will stop the scan for 10 seconds to allow you to listen to the traffic

SCAN Icon

on that location.

3. Press the Channel Up or Channel Down button to resume scanning the Channel Scan channels or to change the scan direction.

4. To EXIT Channel Scan mode, press and hold the DUAL WATCH/SCAN button again. The SCAN icon

will disappear from the LCD and the radio will

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return to Marine Standby mode.

Maintenance

Very little maintenance is required to keep your CobraMarine VHF radio in good operating condition:

Keep the radio clean by wiping with a soft cloth and mild detergent. Do not use

solvents or harsh or abrasive cleaners, which could damage the case or scratch the LCD screen.

If the radio is exposed to salt water, wipe with a soft, moist cloth at least once a day to

prevent buildup of salt deposits, which could interfere with button operation.

If the radio will be stored for a long period, such as over the winter,

remove the batteries from the battery tray and store them in a separate package. This is especially important if you are using alkaline batteries.

Troubleshooting

Problem Possible Cause(s) Solution(s)

No display on LCD when radio is turned On

Batteries are exhausted

Batteries not installed properly

Recharge or replace batteries

Remove batteries and reinstall according to polarity markings

NiMH batteries run down quickly

Will transmit at .5 or 1

Batteries are at the end of their life

Batteries are low

Watt, but not at 3 Watts

Selected channel is limited to one (1) watt

Will not transmit Selected channel is limited

to receive only

Replace with new batteries

Recharge or replace batteries

Switch to another channel

No sound from speaker Volume level is too low Re-adjust volume

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No answer to calls Out of range of

other station Signal is blocked

by terrain

Key Lock button

Switch to three (3) watts or move closer

Move until you have a “lineof-sight” to the other station

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Maintain Your Watch

Whenever your boat is underway, the radio must be turned On and be tuned to Channel 16 except when being used for messages.

Power

Try 0.5 watts first, if the station being called is within a few miles. If there is no answer, switch to 1 watt and call again. You have the ability to go up to 3 watts of output power to increase your calling distance. Remember, the lower wattage outputs will conserve your battery and minimize interference to other users.

Calling Coast Stations

Call a coast station on its assigned channel. You may use Channel 16 when you do not know the assigned channel.

Calling Other Vessels

Call other vessels on Channel 16 or on Channel 9. (Channel 9 is preferred for recreational vessel use.) You may also call on ship-to-ship channels when you know that the vessel is listening on a ship-to-ship channel.

Initial Calling on Channel 16 or 9

The use of Channel 16 is permitted for making initial contact (hailing) another vessel. The limits on calling must be followed. Be reminded, Channel 16’s most important function is for Emergency Messages. If for some reason, Channel 16 is congested, the use of Channel 9, especially in U.S. waters, may be used as the initial contact (hailing) channel for non-emergency communication.

Limits on Calling

You must not call the same station for more than 30 seconds at a time. If you do not get a reply, wait at least two minutes before calling again. After three calling periods, wait at least 15 minutes before calling again.

Change Channels

After contacting another station on a calling channel, change immediately to a channel which is available for the type of message you want to send.

Station Identification

Identify, in English, your station by your FCC call sign (if available), vessel name and the state registration number, at both the beginning and at the end of the message.

Prohibited Communications

You MUST NOT transmit:

False distress or emergency messages.

Messages containing obscene, indecent or profane language.

General calls, signals or messages (messages not addressed to a particular station) on

Channel 16, except in an emergency or if you are testing your radio.

When you are on land.

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Voice Calling

You are required to listen to Channel 16 while standing by. Channel 16 is the distress and safety channel used for establishing initial contact with another station and for emergency communication. The Coast Guard also monitors Channel 16 for safety purposes for everyone on the water.

NOTE

Channel 9 may be used by recreational vessels for general-purpose calling. This frequency should be used whenever possible to help relieve congestion on Channel 16. The Coast Guard generally does not make urgent marine information broadcasts or weather warnings on Channel 9. Boaters are still asked to “keep watch” on Channel 16 whenever the radio is turned on and not in use with another station.

To call another vessel or shore installation (e.g, lock or bridge tender):

Make sure the radio is On.

Make sure you are in standby listening mode on Channel 16. Make sure Channel

16 is not in use.

When the channel is open (quiet), press the Talk button and call a vessel. Hold

the radio or microphone several inches from your face and speak clearly and distinctly in a normal voice tone. Say “name or station being called,” “THIS IS [your vessel name or call sign].”

Once contact is made, you must leave Channel 16 and go to another working

channel. See channel listing in the appendix.

For Example

The vessel Corsair is calling the vessel Vagabond:

Corsair: “Vagabond, this is Corsair. Over.”

Vagabond: “Please switch and answer on Channel 68 (or any proper working channel).

Over.”

Corsair: “Switching to Channel 68. Over.”

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If the other party does not respond, wait two minutes and repeat. You are

permitted to attempt contact three times, two minutes apart. If you still have not made contact, wait 15 minutes before trying again.

After communications are completed, each vessel must sign off with its call sign

or vessel name and the word “out” and return to Channel 16.

NOTE

For best sound quality at the station you are calling, hold the microphone on the front of the radio at least 2 in. (51 mm) from your mouth and slightly off to one side. Speak in a normal tone of voice.

NOTE

“Over and Out” The most commonly misused procedure words are “over and out” within the same transmission. “Over” means you expect a reply. “Out” means you are finished and do not expect a reply.

Radiotelephone Calls

Boaters may make and receive radiotelephone calls to and from any number on the telephone network by using the services of public coast stations. For a fee, calls can be made between your radio and telephones on land, sea and in the air. See the appendix for the public correspondence (marine operator) channels.

If you plan to use these services, consider registering with the operator of the public coast station that you plan to work through. These services can provide you with detailed information and procedures to follow.

NOTICE

You may disclose privileged information during a radiotelephone call. Keep in mind that your transmission is NOT private, as it is on a regular telephone. Both sides of the conversation are being broadcast and can be heard by anyone who has a radio and tunes to the channel you are using.

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VHF Marine Radio Protocols

Emergency Messages and Distress Procedure

The ability to summon assistance in an emergency is the primary reason to have a VHF marine radio. The marine environment can be unforgiving, and what may initially be a minor problem can rapidly develop into a situation beyond your control.

The Coast Guard monitors Channel 16, responds to all distress calls, and coordinates all search and rescue efforts. Depending on the availability of other capable vessels or commercial assistance operators in your vicinity, Coast Guard or Coast Guard Auxiliary craft may be dispatched.

In any event, communicate with the Coast Guard as soon as you experience difficulties and before your situation becomes an emergency. Use the emergency message procedures only after your situation has become grave or you are faced with a sudden danger threatening life or property and requiring immediate help. Use Channel 16 to communicate your emergency message. Make sure you transmit on high power. If you are merely out of gas, do not send an emergency message. Drop your anchor and call a friend or marina to bring the fuel you need or to give you a tow.

Marine Emergency Signals

The three spoken international emergency signals are:

MAYDAY

The distress signal MAYDAY is used to indicate that a station is threatened by grave and imminent danger and requests immediate assistance.

PAN PAN

The urgency signal PAN PAN is used when the safety of the vessel or person is in jeopardy. (This signal is properly pronounced pahn pahn.)

SECURITE

The safety signal SECURITE is used for messages about the safety of navigation or important weather warnings. (This signal is properly pronounced see-cure-ee-tay.)

When using an international emergency signal, the appropriate signal is to be spoken three times prior to the message.

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If You Hear a Distress Call

You must give any message beginning with one of these signals priority over any other messages. ALL stations MUST remain silent on Channel 16 for the duration of the emergency unless the message relates directly to the emergency.

If you hear a distress message from a vessel, stand by your radio. If it is not answered, YOU should answer. If the distressed vessel is not nearby, wait a short time for others who may be closer to acknowledge. Even if you cannot render direct assistance, you may be in a position to relay the message.

Marine Distress Procedure

Speak slowly — clearly — calmly.

1. Make sure your radio is On.

2. Select Channel 16.

3. Press Talk button and say:

“MAYDAY — MAYDAY — MAYDAY.” (Or “PAN PAN— PAN PAN— PAN PAN,” or “SECURITE — SECURITE — SECURITE.”)

4. Say:

“THIS IS [your vessel name or call sign],” repeated three (3) times.

5. Say:

“MAYDAY (or “PAN PAN” or “SECURITE”) [your vessel name or call sign].

6. Tell where you are:

(what navigational aids or landmarks are nearby).

7. State the nature of your distress.

8. State the kind of assistance needed.

9. Give number of persons aboard and conditions of any injured.

10. Estimate present seaworthiness of your vessel.

11. Briefly describe your vessel (length, type, color, hull).

12. Say:

“I WILL BE LISTENING ON CHANNEL 16.”

13. End message by saying:

“THIS IS [your vessel name or call sign]. OVER.”

14. Release Talk button and listen. Someone should answer. If not, repeat the call, beginning at step 3 above.

Keep the radio nearby. Even after your message has been received, the Coast Guard can find you more quickly if you can transmit a signal for a rescue boat to hone in on.

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For Example

“Mayday — Mayday — Mayday” “This is Corsair — Corsair — Corsair” [or “IL 1234 AB,” repeated three (3) times] “Mayday Corsair (or IL 1234 AB)” “Navy Pier bears 220 degrees magnetic — distance 5 miles” “Struck submerged object and flooding — need pump and tow” “Four (4) adults, three (3) children aboard — no one injured” “Estimate we will remain afloat one-half hour” “Corsair (or IL 1234 AB) is 26 ft sloop with blue hull and tan deck house” “I will be listening on Channel 16” “This is Corsair (or IL 1234 AB)” “Over”

It is a good idea to write out a script of the message form and post it where you and others on your vessel can see it when an emergency message needs to be sent.

and Distress Procedure

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Warranty

Limited 1-Year Warranty

Proof of Purchase Required:

For warranty service you will need to provide proof of purchase from an approved dealer or retailer. Please note that if you purchased your product on the Internet from Ebay, Amazon, or any third party seller, you will need to provide a receipt from the original seller for verification as an approved retailer.

For Products Purchased In The U.S.A.

Cobra Electronics Corporation warrants that its CobraMarine VHF radio, 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 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 radios, products or component parts upon delivery to the Cobra Factory Service department, accompanied 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 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 vary from state to state.

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 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 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 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 additional warranty information.

Trademark Acknowledgement

Cobra®, CobraMarine®, Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra®, and the snake design are registered trademarks of Cobra Electronics Corporation, USA.

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Customer Service

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Specifications

Product Service

For any questions about operating or installing this new Cobra product, or if parts are missing…PLEASE CALL COBRA FIRST…

do not return this

product to the store.

If this product should require factory service, please call Cobra first before sending the product. This will ensure the fastest turnaround time on any repair. If Cobra asks that the product be sent to its factory, the following must be furnished to have the product serviced and returned:

For Warranty Repair include some form of proof-of-purchase, such as a mechanical

1. reproduction or carbon of a sales receipt. Make sure the date of purchase and product model number are clearly readable. If the originals are sent, they 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, with phone number (required for shipment).

4. Pack the product 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 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 the product, it will either be repaired or exchanged depending on the model. Please allow approximately 3 – 4 weeks before contacting Cobra for status. If the product is out of warranty, a letter will automatically be sent with information as to the repair charge or replacement charge.

For any questions, please call 773-889-3087 for assistance.

Disposal of Old Electrical or Electronics Equipment

This product may contain hazardous substances that could impact health and the environment if not disposed of properly.

The crossed out wheeled bin symbol indicates that the product should not be disposed of along with household waste. It should be handed over to an applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical equipment. By ensuring that this product is disposed of correctly you will help/prevent potential negative impact on the environment.

If you need more information on the collection, reuse and recycling systems, please contact your local civic office or the shop where it was originally purchased.

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Number of Channels All U.S., Canadian, International and

NOAA Weather Channels Channel Spacing 25 kHz Modulation 5 kHz Max. Input Voltage 6.0 VDC Battery Life: NiMH: 9.4 hours @ 3 watts

20 hours @ 0.5 watts 5% TX, 5% RX, 90% Standby 12 hours @ 1 watt Alkaline: 26 hours @ 3 watts 33 hours @ 1 watt

Current Drain: Standby 45 mA Receive (Rx) 140 mA Transmit (Tx) 1.1 A @ High Power, 450 mA @ Low Power

Temperature Range -20˚C to 50˚C Radio Dimensions 4.5” H x 2.7” W x 1.5” D

(114 mm x 69 mm x 38 mm) not including

antenna Radio Weight 0 lbs., 8 oz. (247g.)

Receiver

Frequency Range 156.050 to 163.275 MHz Receiver Type Double Conversion Super-Heterodyne Sensitivity:

12 dB Sinad 0.25 uV Adjacent Channel Selectivity 70 dB Intermodulation and Rejection 70 dB Spurious and Image Rejection 70 dB AF Output 250 mW @ 8 Ohms

Transmitter

Frequency Range (Tx): 156.025 to 157.425 MHz RF Output Power .5, 1 or 3 watts Spurious Emissions -60 dB @ High Power, -55 dB @ Low

Power Microphone Type Condenser Frequency Stability +/-10 ppm FM Hum and Noise 40 dB

English

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VHF Marine Channel Assignments

Apéndice

Asignación de canales de VHF para radiocomunicación marítima

VHF Marine Channel Assignments

Three sets of VHF channels have been established for marine use in the U.S.A., Canada and the rest of the world (International). Most of the channels are the same for all three maps, but there are definite differences (see table on the following pages). Your radio has all three maps built into it and will operate correctly in whichever area you choose.

The following is a brief outline of the channel assignments in the U.S.A. Channel Map.

Channel Assignments (English)

Distress, Safety, and Calling

Channel 16

Getting the attention of another station (calling) or in emergencies (distress and safety).

Calling

Channel 9

General-purpose (non-emergency) calling by non-commercial vessels. Recreational boaters are urged to use this channel to reduce congestion on Channel 16

Intership Safety

Channel 6

Ship-to-ship safety messages and for search and rescue messages to Coast Guard ships and aircraft.

Coast Guard Liaison

Channel 22A

To talk to the Coast Guard, Canadian Coast Guard (non-emergency) after making contact on Channel 16.

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Asignación de canales de VHF para radiocomunicación marítima

Existen tres mapas de canales VHF para uso marítimo en los EE.UU., Canadá y el resto

•

del mundo (internacional). La mayoría de los canales coinciden en los tres mapas, pero sin duda existen diferencias (consulte las tablas en las páginas siguientes). El radio incorpora los tres mapas y funcionará correctamente en cualquiera de las tres áreas.

A continuación presentamos en forma resumida las asignaciones de canales del Mapa de canales para EE.UU.

Asignaciones de canales (Español)

Auxilio, seguridad y llamadas

Canal 16

Para ser oídos por otra estación (llamadas) o en casos de emergencia (auxilio y seguridad).

Llamadas

Canal 9

Llamadas de carácter general (excepto casos de emergencia) para embarcaciones no comerciales. Se le pide encarecidamente a la tripulación de las embarcaciones recreativas usar este canal para reducir la congestión del canal 16.

Seguridad entre embarcaciones

Canal 6

Para mensajes de seguridad entre embarcaciones y para mensajes de búsqueda y rescate enviados a barcos y aviones de la guardia costera.

Enlace con la guardia costera

Canal 22A

Para hablar con las guardias costeras estadounidenses y canadienses (excepto casos de emergencia) tras haber establecido contacto por el canal 16.

Non-Commercial

Channels 67*, 68*, 69, 71, 72, 78A, 79A*, 80A*

Working channels for small vessels. Messages must be about needs of the vessel, such as fishing reports, berthing and rendezvous. Use Channel 72 only for ship-to-ship messages.

Commercial

Channels 1A, 7A, 8, 9, 10, 11, 18A, 19A, 63A, 67, 72, 79A, 80A, 88A*

Working channels for working ships only. Messages must be about business or needs of the ship. Use Channels 8, 67, 72 and 88A only for ship-to-ship messages.

English/Español

No comerciales

Canales 67*, 68*, 69, 71, 72, 78A, 79A*, 80A*

Canales activos para pequeñas embarcaciones. Los mensajes deberán estar relacionados con necesidades de las embarcaciones, como por ejemplo, informes de pesca, atraques y agrupamientos. Use el canal 72 solamente para mensajes entre embarcaciones.

Comerciales

Canales 1A, 7A, 8, 9, 10, 11, 18A, 19A, 63A, 67, 72, 79A, 80A, 88A*

Canales activos para embarcaciones activas solamente. Los mensajes deberán estar relacionados con la actividad comercial o las necesidades de la embarcación. Use los canales 8, 67, 72 y 88A solamente para mensajes entre embarcaciones.

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Assistance

Warranty

Customer Assistance

Assistance

Warranty

Customer Assistance

VHF Marine Channel Assignments

Apéndice

Asignación de canales de VHF para radiocomunicación marítima

Channel Assignments (English) Asignaciones de canales (Español)

Sea Tow ARC (Automated Radio Check)

Channels 24, 25, 26, 27, 28

Tune your radio to the proper channel for your community. Conduct a radio check as you normally would. Upon releasing the mic, the system will replay your transmission, letting you hear how you sound.

Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)

Channels 84, 85, 86, 87, 87A, 88*

For calls to marine operators at public coast stations. You can make and receive telephone calls through these stations.

Remolque Marino CAR (Chequeo Automatizado de la Radio)

Canales 24, 25, 26, 27, 28

Sintonice su radio en el canal apropiado para su comunidad. Realice un chequeo de la radio como lo hace normalmente. Al soltar el micrófono, el sistema repetirá su transmisión, dejá oír como suena.

Correspondencia pública (operador marítimo)

Canales 84, 85, 86, 87, 87A, 88*

Para llamadas a operadores marítimos en estaciones costeras públicas. Usted puede realizar y recibir llamadas telefónicas a través de estas estaciones.

Operaciones portuarias

Port Operations

Channels 1A*, 5A*, 12*, 14*, 20A, 63A*, 65A, 66A, 73, 74, 75, 76, 77*

Used for directing the movement of ships in or near ports, locks or waterways. Messages must be about operational handling, movement and safety of ships.

Navigational

Channels 13, 67

Channels are available to all vessels. Messages must be about navigation, including passing or meeting other vessels. These are also the main working channels for most locks and drawbridges. You must keep your messages short and power output at no more than 1 watt.

Maritime Control

Channel 17

For talking to vessels and coast stations operated by state or local governments. Messages must be about regulation and control, boating activities, or assistance.

Digital Selective Calling

Channel 70

This channel is set aside for distress, safety and general calling using only digital selective calling techniques. Voice communication is prohibited; your radio cannot transmit voice messages on this channel.

Weather

Channels Wx 1 Thru 10

Receive-only channels for NOAA and Canadian weather broadcasts. You cannot transmit on these channels.

NOTE * These channels are restricted to the listed uses in certain parts of the country

or for certain types of users only. Consult FCC rules or a knowledgeable radio

operator before using them.

English/Español

Canales 1A*, 5A*, 12*, 14*, 20A, 63A*, 65A, 66A, 73, 74, 75, 76, 77*

Usados para dirigir el movimiento de las embarcaciones dentro de áreas portuarias, esclusas o canales. Los mensajes deberán estar relacionados con maniobras operacionales, movimientos y seguridad de las embarcaciones.

Navegación

Canales 13, 67

Estos canales están disponibles para todas las embarcaciones. Los mensajes deberán estar relacionados con la navegación, incluidas las maniobras para pasar o alcanzar otras embarcaciones. Éstos también son los principales canales activos para la mayoría de las esclusas y puentes levadizos. Usted deberá transmitir mensajes cortos y mantener la potencia de salida en un vatio como máximo.

Control marítimo

Canal 17

Para comunicarse con embarcaciones y estaciones costeras operadas por entidades gubernamentales locales o estatales. Los mensajes deberán estar relacionados con regulación y control, asistencia o actividades de navegación.

Llamadas selectivas digitales

Canal 70

Este canal está reservado para solicitudes de auxilio, seguridad y llamadas de carácter general que usen solamente técnicas de llamadas selectivas digitales. Las comunicaciones verbales están prohibidas; el radio no puede transmitir mensajes de voz por este canal.

Meteorología

Canales Wx 1 a 10

Canales de recepción únicamente para difusión de información meteorológica NOAA y canadiense. Usted no puede transmitir por estos canales.

NOTA * El uso de estos canales está dedicado a las aplicaciones que aparecen en la lista, en

ciertas partes del país o para ciertos tipos de usuario solamente. Consulte las normas de la FCC o a un operador de radio con experiencia antes de usarlos.

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VHF Marine Channel Assignments

Appendix

VHF Marine Channel Assignments

Channel Number

Número de canal

01A/1001 • 156.050 156.050 Port Operations and Commercial, Operaciones portuarias y comerciales;

VTS in selected areas VTS en áreas selectas

02 • • 156.100 160.700 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) Correspondencia pública (operador marítimo)

Channel Map

Mapa de canales

USA Int’l Canada Transmit Receive

EE.UU. nternac Canadá Transm. Recepción

•

156.050 160.650 Canada Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) Correspondencia pública (operador marítimo)

•

Frequency

Frecuencia

Power Limits

Límites de potencia

Channel Use (English) Uso de canales (Español)

03 • • 156.150 160.750 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) Correspondencia pública (operador marítimo)

03A/1003 • 156.150 156.150 Coast Guard Only guardia costera solamente

04 • 156.200 160.800 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Correspondencia pública (operador marítimo)

Po rt Opera tions , S hip Movement operaciones portuarias,movimiento de embarcaciones

1004 • 156.200 156.200 West Coast (Coast Guard Only); Costa occidental (guardia costera solamente);

East Coast (Commercial Fishing) Costa oriental (pesca comercial)

05 • 156.250 160.850 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Correspondencia pública (operador marítimo)

Po rt Opera tions , S hip Movement operaciones portuarias,movimiento de embarcaciones

05A/1005 • • 156.250 156.250 Port Operations, VTS in selected areas Operaciones portuarias; VTS en áreas selectas

06 • • • 156.300 156.300 Intership Safety Seguridad entre embarcaciones 07 • 156.350 160.950 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Correspondencia pública (operador marítimo)

Po rt Opera tions , S hip Movement operaciones portuarias,movimiento de embarcaciones 07A/1007 • • 156.350 156.350 Commercial Comerciales

08 • • • 156.400 156.400 Commercial (Intership Only) Comercial (entre embarcaciones solamente) 09 • • • 156.450 156.450 Boater Calling Channel, Canal de llamada de la tripulación,

Non-Commercial (Recreational) no comercial (recreativo)

10 • • • 156.500 156.500 Commercial Comerciales 11 • • • 156.550 156.550 Commercial, VTS in selected areas Comercial; VTS en áreas selectas 12 • • • 156.600 156.600 Port Operations, VTS in selected areas Operaciones portuarias; VTS en áreas selectas 13 • • • 156.650 156.650

1 Watt USA Intership Navigation Safety (Bridge-to-

1 vatio EE.UU.

Bridge). In U.S. waters, large vessels maintain a listening watch on this channel.

Seguridad marítima entre embarcaciones (de

puente de mando a puente de mando). En aguas estadounidenses, las grandes embarcaciones se mantienen vigilantes con sus radios sintonizados en este canal

English/Español

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VHF Marine Channel Assignments

Channel Number

Número de canal

14 • • • 156.700 156.700 Port Operations, VTS in selected areas Operaciones portuarias; VTS en áreas selectas 15 • Rx Only 156.750 Environmental (Receive Only). Medioambiental (recepción solamente).

Usado por radiobalizas de localización de siniestros (EPIRB) clase C

15 • • 156.750 156.750 (On-Board Communication) Internacional (comunicación de a bordo)

16 • • • 156.800 156.800 International Distress, Safety and Calling Llamadas, seguridad y solicitud

de auxilio internacional

17 • • • 156.850 156.850

18 movimiento de embarcaciones

18A/1018 •

movimiento de embarcaciones

Channel Map

Mapa de canales

USA Int’l Canada Transmit Receive

EE.UU. nternac Canadá Transm. Recepción

156.900 161.500 Port Operations, Ship Movement Operaciones portuarias,

•

156.900 156.900 Commercial Comerciales

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156.950 161.550 Port Operations, Ship Movement Operaciones portuarias,

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Frequency

Frecuencia

Channel Use (English) Uso de canales (Español)

1 Watt CAN Canada (EPIRB Buoys Only); International Canadá (boyas de EPIRB solamente);

1 vatio Canadá

1 Watt CAN

1 vatio Canadá

State Controlled (U.S.A. Only) Controlado a nivel estatal (EE.UU. solamente)

19A/1019 • • 156.950 156.950 Commercial Comerciales

1019 • 156.950 156.950 Port Operations Operaciones portuarias

2019 • 161.550 161.550 Port Operations Operaciones portuarias

20 • • • 157.000 161.600 1 Watt CAN Canada (Coast Guard Only); International Canadá (guardia costera solamente);

(Port Operations, Ship Movement) Internacional (operaciones portuarias, movimiento de embarcaciones)

20A/1020 • • 157.000 157.000 Port Operations Operaciones portuarias

2020 • 161.600 161.600

movimiento de embarcaciones

21A/1021 •

Canada (Coast Guard Only) Canadá (guardia costera solamente)

2021 • RX only 161.650 Coast Guard Only – Weather Broadcasts Solamente Guardacostas –

Transmisiones Meteorológicas

22 • 157.100 161.700 Port Operations, Ship Movement Operaciones portuarias,

movimiento de embarcaciones

22A/1022 • • 157 .100 157.100 U.S. and Canadian Coast Guard Liaison and Enlace entre las guardias costeras estadounidenses

Maritime Safety Information Broadcasts that y cana die nses, y difusión de inf ormación sobre are announced on Channel 16 seguridad marítima anunciada por el canal 16

English/Español

157.050 161.650 Port Operations, Ship Movement Operaciones portuarias,

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157.050 157.050 U.S. (Government Only); EE.UU. (entidades gubernamentales solamente);

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157.150 161.750 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) Correspondencia pública (operador marítimo)

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1 vatio Canadá

Port Operations Operaciones portuarias

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VHF Marine Channel Assignments

Channel Number

Número de canal

23A/1023

2023 • Rx Only 161.750 Coast Guard Only – Weather Broadcasts Solamente Guardacostas –

Transmisiones Meteorológicas

2025

service by MCTS Canada servicio por MCTS Canadá

26 27 28

2028

service by MCTS Canada servicio por MCTS Canadá

60 61

Por t Ope ratio n, Sh ip Mo vemen t operaciones portuarias, movimiento de embarcaciones

1061

Por t Oper ations , Ship Movem ent operaciones portuarias, movimiento de embarcaciones

East Coast (Commercial Fishing) Costa oriental (pesca comercial)

Por t Operations, Ship Moveme nt operaciones portuarias, movimiento de embarcaciones

63A/1063 •

VTS in selected areas, Canada Tow Boats-BCC áreas selectas, Barcos-BCC de la remolque de Canadá

Por t Operations, Ship Moveme nt operaciones portuarias, movimiento de embarcaciones

Canada (Commercial Fishing) solamente); Canadá (pesca comercial)

Por t Operations, Ship Moveme nt operaciones portuarias, movimiento de embarcaciones

65A/1065 •

English/Español

1062

1064 • 156.225 156.225 U.S. (Government Only); EE.UU. (entidades gubernamentales

Channel Map

Mapa de canales

USA Int’l Canada Transmit Receive

EE.UU. nternac Canadá Transm. Recepción

157.150 157.150 Coast Guard Only Solamente Guardacostas

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157.200 161.800 Sea Tow ARC (Automated Radio Check) RMCAR (Chequeo Automatizado de la Radio)

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157.250 161.850 Sea Tow ARC (Automated Radio Check) RMCAR (Chequeo Automatizado de la Radio)

•

RX only 161.850 Safety: Continuous Marine Broadcast (CMB) Seguridad: Transmisión Marítima Continua (CMB)

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157.300 161.900 Sea Tow ARC (Automated Radio Check) RMCAR (Chequeo Automatizado de la Radio)

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157.350 161.950 Sea Tow ARC (Automated Radio Check) RMCAR (Chequeo Automatizado de la Radio)

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157.400 162.000 Sea Tow ARC (Automated Radio Check) RMCAR (Chequeo Automatizado de la Radio)

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RX only 162.000 Safety: Continuous Marine Broadcast (CMB) Seguridad: Transmisión Marítima Continua (CMB)

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156.025 160.625 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) Correspondencia pública (operador marítimo)

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156.075 160.6 75 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) Correspondencia pública (operador marítimo),

• 156.075 156.075

1 56.125 160. 725 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Correspondencia pública (operador marítimo),

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1 56.175 160 .775 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Correspondencia pública (operador marítimo),

156.175 156.175 Port Operations and Commercial, Operaciones portuarias y comerciales; VTS en

•

156.22 5 160. 825 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Correspondencia pública (operador marítimo),

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1 56.275 160 .875 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Correspondencia pública (operador marítimo),

156.275 156.275 Port Operations Operaciones portuarias

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Frequency

Frecuencia

156.125 156.125 West Coast (Coast Guard Only); Costa occidental (guardia costera solamente);

Power Limits

Límites de potencia

Channel Use (English) Uso de canales (Español)

Canada (Coast Guard Only); West Coast (Coast Guard Only); East Coast (Commercial Fishing)

Canadá (guardia costera solamente); Costa occidental (guardia costera solamente);

Costa oriental (pesca comercial)

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VHF Marine Channel Assignments

Channel Number

Número de canal

66 P ort Ope rations, Ship M ovement operaciones portuarias, movimiento de embarcaciones

66A/1066 •

(Voice communications not allowed) (las comunicaciones verbales están prohibidas)

76 • • • 156.825 156.825 1 Watt

English/Español

Channel Map

Mapa de canales

USA Int’l Canada Transmit Receive

EE.UU. nternac Canadá Transm. Recepción

156.325 160.9 25 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Correspondencia pública (operador marítimo),

•

156.325 156.325 Port Operations Operaciones portuarias

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156.375 156.375

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156.475 156.475

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RX only 156.525 Digital Selective Calling Llamadas selectivas digitales

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156.575 156.575

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156.625 156.625 Non-Commercial (Intership Only) No comercial (entre embarcaciones solamente)

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156.675 156.675

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156.725 156.725

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156.775 156.775 1 Watt Port Operations (Intership Only) Operaciones portuarias

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156.875 156.875 1 Watt USA

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Frequency

Frecuencia

156.425 156.425 Non-Commercial (Recreational) No comercial (recreativo)

Power Limits

Límites de potencia

1 Watt USA

Port Operations (Intership Only) Operaciones portuarias

Channel Use (English) Uso de canales (Español)

U.S. (Commercial). Used for bridge-to-bridge communications in lower Mississippi River (Intership Only); Canada (Commercial Fishing), S&R

U.S. (Non-Commercial, Recreational); Canada (Commercial Fishing Only); International (Intership, Port Operations, Ship Movement)

U.S. and Canada (Non-Commercial, Recreational); EE.UU. y Canadá (no comer cial, recr eativ o); International (Port Operations, Ship Movement) Internac ional (ope racio nes p ortua rias, movimiento de embarcaciones)

U.S. (Port Operations); Canada (Commercial EE.UU. (operaciones portuarias); Canadá (pesca Fishing Only); International (Intership, comercial solamente); Internacional (comunicaciones Port Operations, Ship Movement) entre embarcaciones, operaciones portuarias, movimiento de embarcaciones)

Port Operations (Intership only). Restricted to Operaciones portuarias (entre embarcaciones communications with pilots for movement and solamente). Restringido a comunicaciones con docking of ships. pilotos para el movimiento y atraque de embarcaciones.

EE.UU. (comercial). Usado para comunicaciones de puente de mando a puente de mando en la parte baja del Río Misisipí (entre embarcaciones solamente); Canadá (pesca comercial) (transmisión y recepción)

EE.UU. (no comercial, recreativo); Canadá (pesca comercial solamente); Internacional (comunicaciones entre embarcaciones, operaciones portuarias, movimiento de embarcaciones)

(entre embarcaciones solamente)

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VHF Marine Channel Assignments

Channel Number

Número de canal

78A/1078

1078 • 156.925 156.925 Port Operations Operaciones portuarias

Channel Map

Mapa de canales

USA Int’l Canada Transmit Receive

EE.UU. nternac Canadá Transm. Recepción

156.925 161.525 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) Correspondencia pública (operador marítimo)

•

• • 156.925 156.925 Non-Commercial (Recreational) No comercial (recreativo)

Frequency

Frecuencia

Power Limits

Límites de potencia

Channel Use (English) Uso de canales (Español)

2078 • 161.525 161.525 Port Operations Operaciones portuarias 79

movimiento de embarcaciones

79A/1079

only in Great Lakes) Lagos también no comercial)

• • 156.975 156.975 Commercial (Also Non-Commercial Comercial (en los Grandes

156.975 161.575 Port Operations, Ship Movement Operaciones portuarias,

•

1079 • 156.975 156.975 Port Operations Operaciones portuarias

2079 • 161.575 161.575 Port Operations Operaciones portuarias

80 • 157.025 161.625

movimiento de embarcaciones

80A/1080

only in Great Lakes) Lagos también no comercial)

movimiento de embarcaciones

81A/1081 • • 157.075 157.075 U.S. (Government Only; Environmental EE.UU. (entidades gubernamentales solamente;

Protection Operations) operaciones de protección medioambiental)

Port Operat ion, Sh ip Movem ent operaciones portuarias, movimiento de embarcaciones

82A/1082

(Coast Guard Only) Canadá (guardia costera solamente)

movimiento de embarcaciones

83A/1083

(Coast Guard Only) Canadá (guardia costera solamente)

2083

Transmisiones Meteorológicas

84 85 86 87 88

Port Operatio ns and VT S (International & Canada). Operaciones Portuarias y VTS (Internacional y Canadá).

• • 157.025 157.025 Commercial (Also Non-Commercial Comercial (en los Grandes

157.075 161.675 Port Operations, Ship Movement Operaciones portuarias,

•

157.1 25 161.725 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Correspondencia pública (operador marítimo),

•

• • 157.125 157.125 U.S. (Government Only); Canada EE.UU. (entidades gubernamentales solamente);

83 • 157.175 161.775

•

157.175 157.175 (Coast Guard Only) Canadá (guardia costera solamente)

•

• RX only 161.775 Coast Guard Only – Weather Broadcasts Solamente Guardacostas –

•

157.225 161.825 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) Correspondencia pública (operador marítimo)

•

157.275 161.875 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) Correspondencia pública (operador marítimo)

•

157.325 161.925 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) Correspondencia pública (operador marítimo)

•

157.375 157.375 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) Correspondencia pública (operador marítimo)

•

157.425 157.425 U.S. (Commercial). EE.UU. (comercial).

•

Port Operations, Ship Movement

Port Operations, Ship Movement Operaciones portuarias,

Operaciones portuarias,

88A/1088 • 157.425 157.425 Commercial Intership only Comercial entre embarcaciones solamente

English/Español

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VHF Marine Channel Assignments

Channel Number

Número de canal

1001 de Embarcaciones

1005 • 156 .250 156.25 0

de Embarcaciones

1007

1018

1019

1020

1021

1022

1023

1063

1065

1066

1078

1079

1080

1081 1082

solamente

1083

Channel Map

Mapa de canales

USA Int’l Canada Transmit Receive

EE.UU. nternac Canadá Transm. Recepción

156.050 156.050 Port Operations / Vessel Trafc Service Operaciones portuarias / Servicio de Tránsito

•

156.350 156.350 Commercial Comercial

•

156.900 156.900 Commercial Comercial

•

156.950 156.950 Port Operations Operaciones portuarias

•

157.000 157.000 Port Operations Operaciones portuarias

•

157.050 157.050 Coast Guard Only Solamente Guardacostas

•

157.100 157.100 Coast Guard Only Solamente Guardacostas

•

157.150 157.150 Coast Guard Only Solamente Guardacostas

•

156.175 156.175 Port Operations / Vessel Trafc Service Operaciones portuarias / Servicio de Tránsito

•

156.325 156.325

•

156.925 156.925 Commercial/Non-Commercial Comercial / No Comercial

•

156.975 156.975 Commercial/Non-Commercial Comercial / No Comercial

•

157.025 157.025 Commercial/Non-Commercial Comercial / No Comercial

•

157.075 157.075 Commercial/Environmental Comercial/ Medioambiental

•

157.125 157.125 Commercial/U.S. (Government Only) Comercial/ EE.UU. entidades gubernamentales

•

157.175 157.175 Commercial/ Coast Guard Only Comercial/ Solamente Guardacostas

•

Frequency

Frecuencia

156.275 156.275

Power Limits

Límites de potencia

Channel Use (English) Uso de canales (Español)

Port Operations / Vessel Trafc Service Operaciones por tuarias / Servicio de Tránsito

de Embarcaciones

Port Operations / Vessel Trafc Service Operaciones portuarias / Servicio de Tránsito

de Embarcaciones

Port Operations / Vessel Trafc Service Operaciones portuarias / Servicio de Tránsito

de Embarcaciones

English/Español

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Appendix

Assistance

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VHF Marine Channel Assignments

Appendix

Weather Channel Assignments

VHF Marine Channel Assignments (English)

NOTE

Many of the plain-numbered channels, such as 01, 02 and 03, transmit and receive on different frequencies. This is termed duplex operation. Some other plain-numbered channels (Including 4 digit channels) and all of the A channels, such as 01A, 03A and 04A, transmit and receive on a single frequency, which is termed simplex operation. Your radio automatically adjusts to these conditions. This radio includes new four digit channels to be compliant with the latest and future regulations.

NOTE

All channels are preprogrammed at the factory according to international regulations and those of the FCC (U.S.A.) and Industry Canada (Canada). They cannot be altered by the user nor can modes of operation be changed between simplex and duplex.

Asignación de canales de VHF para radiocomunicación marítima (Español)

NOTA

Muchos de los canales de números simples, como 01, 02 y 03, transmiten y reciben en diferentes frecuencias. A esto se le llama operación dúplex. El resto de los canales de números simples (Incluyendo canales de 4 digitos) y todos los canales A, como 01A, 03A y 04A, transmiten y reciben en una sola frecuencia, a la que se le llama operación simple (simplex). Su radio se ajusta automáticamente a estas condiciones. Cuando esté en operación simple, el icono A aparecerá en la pantalla de cristal líquido (vea la ilustración de la página A2). Esta radio incluye nuevos canales de cuatro dígitos para cumplir con las regulaciones más recientes.

NOTA

Todos los canales vienen programados previamente de fábrica conforme

a los reglamentos internacionales y a los de la FCC (EE. UU) e Industry Canada (Canadá). No pueden ser alterados por el usuario, así como tampoco pueden cambiarse los modos de operación entre simple y dúplex.

Weather Channel Assignments

Asignaciones de canales meteorológicos

Channel Number

Número de canal

RX Frequency MHz

Fre cue nci a de recepción (MHz)

Weather Channel

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1 162.550 NOAA 2 162.400 NOAA 3 162.475 NOAA 4 162.425 NOAA 5 162.450 NOAA 6 162.500 NOAA 7 162.525 NOAA 8 161.650 Canada 9 161.775 Canada 10 163.275 NOAA

English/Español

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VHF Marine Radio Protocols

Accessories

VHF Marine Radio Protocols

Accessories

Optional Cobra accessories can enhance the use of the radio and offer convenience to the end user.

Lapel Speaker/Microphone

A speaker/microphone, that attaches to your lapel.

Order P/N CM 330-001.

This unique accessory allows you to wear the radio on your belt while still being able to communicate with other vessels. A small Push to Talk button on the lapel speaker/ microphone allows you to answer any incoming call.

DC Charger

12VDC charging cord for - VHF Handheld model MR HH125/150FLT. Order P/N CM 130-005.

Fits all Cobra Marine charging cradles (drop-in chargers).

AC Charger

AC wall charger for Cobra MR HH125/150FLT. Order P/N CM 120-005.

Input= 120VAC Output = 12VDC, 100mA (Center-tip positive)

Belt Clip

Order P/N CM 240-003.

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COBRA MRHH150 VHF Handheld Radio Manual

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