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Owner’s Manual
VHF MARINE RADIO
MR HH415LI VP EU
Printed in China Part No. 480-347-P
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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
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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.
Customer Assistance
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, please contact your local dealer.
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For Warranty, Product Service and Accessory Information
Please contact your local dealer or distributor. See the
enclosed leaflet that provides contact information for
the CobraMarine international distributors.
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Chicago, Illinois 60707 USA
www.cobra.com
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PRESET
Radio Controls
and Indicators
Speaker/
Microphone
External Cover
ON/OFF/Volume
Control
Belt Clip
Engagement
Antenna
Backlit
LCD
Screen
Channel Up
Button
Push to
Tal k
Button
Channel
Down
Button
Backlight/
Key Lock
Button
Power Level
Button
Channel
Preset Button
Tri-Watch
Button
Speaker
Squelch
Control
Wrist
Strap
Connector
Battery
Instant
Channel
16 Button
SCAN
Button
Call/Enter
Button
Rewind-Say-Again
Button
Memory/Escape
Button
Microphone
Battery
Clip
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Backlit LCD Screen
and Product Features
Backlit LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Screen
Transmit and Receive Icons
Frequency
Band Icon
Active Channel
Numbers
Tri-Watch Icon
Button Lock Icon
Scan Icon
Key Tone Icon
Product Features
Power Settings
Selectable power settings produce
1, 3 or 5 watts of output power for near
or distant calling.
International/Canada/USA Channels
Allows operation on any of the three (3)
different channel maps established for
these areas.
Submersible to JIS7 Standards
Waterproof to 1 m [3.3 ft] of water for
30 minutes.
Button/Key Lock
Prevents accidental setting changes
when button lock is set.
Channel Scan/Memory Scan
Use to scan through unlimited channels
or memory locations to find
Roger Beep Icon
UIC Active Channel Map Icons
Tri-Watch
Use to monitor three (3) channels
at once — Channel 16 and two (2)
programmable channels.
Lithium-Ion Rechargeable
Battery Pack
Provides extended operating time
compared to alkaline batteries with no
memory effect.
220V/12V Rapid Charger Included
Use to charge battery pack in the radio,
at home, in a car or in a boat.
Locking Desktop Charger
Holds the radio or battery in place while
charging. Vertical or horizontal mounting.
Call Tones (Selectable)
10 selectable call tones.
Low/Medium/High Power Icons
Call Tone Icon
Memory Channel Icon
Memory Channel
Automatic Transponder
Identification System Icon
Simplex Operation Icon
Battery Power Icon
conversations in progress.
Instant Channel 16
Provides instant access to priority
Channel 16.
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Product Features
Product Features (continued)
Speaker/Mic Jack
Allows connecting optional Cobra Lapel
Speaker/Mic and other Cobra
accessories.
Unlimited Memory Channels
Allows programming of unlimited VHF
memory channels.
Signal Strength Meter
Shows the strength of incoming or
outgoing signals.
Illuminated Buttons
Allows high visibility of all function
buttons.
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.
Patented VibrAlert
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Provides a silent alert for incoming calls.
Ideal for noisy or all-quiet environments.
Automatic Transponder Identification
System (ATIS)
Capable of operating within the Automatic
Transponder Identification System. ATIS
includes data at the end of a transmission
for station identification.
Rapid-Charge Locking Desktop Charger
Allows charging of batteries at home, car
or boat. Vertical or horizontal mounting.
Cobra Exclusive Rewind-Say-Again™
A dedicated button allows user to replay
up to the last 20 seconds of audio. Press
the dedicated rewind button and Cobra
VHF will replay the last 20 seconds of the
audio from your VHF.
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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
Recommendations for Marine Communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
VHF Marine Radio Protocols
Licensing Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
VHF Marine Radio Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Voice Calling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Radiotelephone Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Emergency Messages and Distress Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
VHF Marine Channel Assignments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Installation
Included in this Package . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Antenna, Wrist Strap and Belt Clip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Batteries and Charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Operating Your Radio
Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Setup Mode Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
ATIS ID Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Standby/Receive and Transmit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Advanced Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Trademark
Trademark Acknowledgement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
Customer Service
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Declaration of Conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
CE Marking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
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Important Safety Information
Important Safety Information
Before installing and 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 installed and used properly.
Please read the installation and operating instructions carefully before installing
and 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.
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Important Safety Information
General Precautions
The following WARNINGS and NOTICES will make you aware of RF exposure
hazards and how to assure you operate the radio within the recommended RF
exposure limits established for it.
WARNINGS
Your CobraMarine 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 (beyond recommended
allowable limits for occupational use):
ALWAYS hold the radio, especially the antenna, at least 5,1 cm [2 in.] away from
you when you are transmitting.
NEVER allow the antenna to touch any part of your body when transmitting.
KEEP the radio and antenna at least as far from bystanders as from yourself.
DO NOT operate the radio without the supplied antenna or a Cobra Electronics
Corporation
exposure hazard, doing so may damage the radio.
DO NOT transmit more than 50% of the time the radio is in use — 50%
duty cycle. The radio is transmitting when the Tal k button is pressed and
the Transmit icon shows on the LCD screen.
ALWAYS use only Cobra Electronics Corporation authorized accessories (antennas,
batteries, belt clips, etc.).
DO NOT operate the radio where RF energy generated during transmission
may cause electromagnetic interference or incompatibility with other devices
or systems. This includes aircraft, blasting sites and hospitals.
TURN OFF the radio in explosive atmospheres and where signs are posted
prohibiting radio transmissions.
Failure to observe any of these warnings may cause you to exceed
recommended RF exposure limits or create other dangerous conditions.
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authorized replacement attachment. In addition to the RF energy
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Important Safety Information
NOTICE
Your radio is waterproof only when the antenna and batteries are properly
installed.
AVOID using or storing the radio at temperatures below -20˚C (-4˚F) or above
60˚C (140˚F).
KEEP your radio at least 0,9 m ( 3 ft) 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 an LiON (Lithium-Ion) rechargeable battery pack.
Use only the Cobra charger to recharge LiON battery in the radio.
Do not short circuit the battery pack.
When replacing the battery, dispose of the old battery properly. The LiON
battery may explode if disposed of in a fire.
Changes or modifications to your radio MAY VOID its compliance with
government rules and make it illegal to use.
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Recommendations for
Marine Communication
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
5 watt maximum output of your radio is not sufficient for the distances you travel
from the coast, consider installing a CobraMarine fixed mount radio with up to 25 watts
of output power. (Visit www.cobra.com or your local dealer for model availability.)
If you will be going far offshore, you should consider adding even more powerful
radio equipment such as HF single side band or satellite radio for your vessel.
The coastguard does not endorse mobile phones as substitutes for marine radios.
They generally cannot communicate with rescue vessels and, if you make a distress
call on a mobile phone, only the party you call will be able to hear you. Additionally,
mobile phones may have limited coverage over water and can be hard to locate. If
you do not know where you are, the coastguard will have difficulty finding you if you
are using a mobile phone.
However, mobile phones can have a place on-board where mobile coverage
is available — to allow social conversations and keep the marine frequencies
uncluttered and available for their intended uses.
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VHF Marine Radio Protocols
Licensing Information
Licensing Information
The radio operates on all currently allocated marine channels and is switchable for
use according to International, Canadian or U.S.A. regulations. It features instant
access to emergency Channel 16 by pressing one key.
Station License
The UK requires a ship’s radio license and a marine radio operator’s certificate
before transmitting equipment can be used aboard a vessel. Other European
countries have specific requirements of their own.
For detailed information and applications, contact the Radio Licensing Centre run
by Royal Mail in the UK. In other countries, contact the relevant national postal or
telecommunications authority.
Canadian or U.S.A. Station License
If your vessel will be entering the sovereign waters of Canada or the U.S.A., you
should contact Industry of Canada, Radio Regulatory Branch or the U.S. FCC
(Federal Communications Commission) for licensing and operating information.
Radio Call Sign
A radio call sign is included as part of the ship’s radio license in the UK.
Other countries may have different practices; contact your local regulatory
authority for information.
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.
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VHF Marine Radio Procedures
VHF Marine Radio Procedures
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 1 watt first if the station being called is within a few kilometers. If there
is no answer, switch to a higher power. This 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. You may also call on ship-to-ship channels
when you know that the vessel is listening on a ship-to-ship channel.
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 (2) minutes before calling again.
After three (3) 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 your station by your call sign, ship name or other official number
at both the beginning and end of each message.
Prohibited Communications
You MUST NOT transmit:
False distress or emergency messages.
Messages containing obscene, indecent or profane words or meaning.
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
Voice Calling
To call another vessel or a shore installation such as a lock or bridge tender:
Make sure your radio is On.
Select Channel 16 and listen to make sure it is not being used.
When the channel is quiet, press the Tal k button and call the ship you
wish to contact. (Hold the radio at least 5,1 cm [2 in.] from your face and
speak directly into it in a normal tone of voice — clearly and distinctly.) Say
“[name of station being called] THIS IS [your vessel’s name or call sign]”.
Once contact is made on the calling channel, you must switch to a proper
working channel. See the channel listings on pages 14 – 23.
For Example
The vessel Corsair calling the vessel Vagabond:
Corsair: “Vagabond, this is Corsair.”
Vagabond: “Corsair, this is Vagabond. Reply 72 (or any proper working channel).”
Corsair: “72.” or “Roger.”
After communications are completed, each vessel must sign off with its
call sign or vessel name and switch to Channel 16.
NOTE
For the best sound quality at the station you are calling, hold the radio
at least 5,1 cm [2 in.] 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.
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Radiotelephone Calls
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. Calls can be made —
for a fee — between your radio and telephones on land, sea and in the air. See pages
14 through 23 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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Emergency Messages and
Distress Procedure
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 coastguard 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,
coastguard or coastguard auxiliary craft may be dispatched.
In any event, communicate with the coastguard 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 fuel, 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.
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Emergency Messages and
VHF Marine Radio Protocols
Marine Emergency Signals
The three (3) 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
The urgency signal PAN is used when the safety of the vessel or person is in
jeopardy. (This signal is properly pronounced 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 (3) times prior to the message.
If You Hear a Distress Call
You must give any message beginning with one (1) 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.
Distress Procedure
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VHF Marine Radio Protocols
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,”
or “SECURITE — SECURITE — SECURITE.”)
4. Say:
“THIS IS [your vessel name or call sign],” repeated three (3) times.
5. Say:
“MAYDAY (or “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 Ta lk button and listen. Someone should answer.
If not, repeat the call, beginning at step 3 above.
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VHF Marine Radio Protocols
Keep the radio nearby. Even after your message has been received, the coastguard can
find you more quickly if you can transmit a signal for a rescue boat to home in on.
For Example
“Mayday — Mayday — Mayday”
“This is Corsair — Corsair — Corsair”
“Mayday Corsair”
“Point Lynas bears 220 degrees magnetic — distance 5 kilometers”
“Struck submerged object and flooding — need pump and tow”
“Four adults, three children aboard — no one injured”
“Estimate we will remain afloat one-half hour”
“Corsair is an 8 metre sloop with blue hull and tan deck house”
“I will be listening on Channel 16”
“This is Corsair”
“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.
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VHF Marine
Channel Assignments
VHF Marine Channel Assignments
Three (3) sets of VHF Channel Maps have been established for marine use
internationally, in Canada and in the U.S.A. Most of the channels are the
same for all three (3) maps, but there are definite differences (see table on
the following pages). Your radio has all three (3) maps built into it and will
operate correctly in whichever area you choose. When shipped from
the factory, your radio will be set to the International Channel Map.
(See page 36 for instructions on how to change the Channel Map.)
The following is a brief outline of the channel assignments in the
International Channel Map.
Distress, Safety and Calling
Channel 16
Getting the attention of another station (calling) or in emergencies
(distress and safety).
Intership Safety
Channel 6
Ship-to-ship safety messages and for search and rescue messages to
coastguard ships and aircraft.
On-Board Communication
Channel 15
Used for communication between parts of large ships.
Non-Commercial
Channels 68, 72
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 8, 9, 10, 11, 17, 67, 88, 88A
Working channels for working ships only. Messages must be about business or
needs of the ship. Use Channels 8, 67, 88 and 88A only for ship-to-ship messages.
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Public Correspondence (marine operator)
Channels 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 60, 61,
62, 63, 64, 65, 66, 78, 82, 84, 85, 86, 87, 88
For calls to marine operators at public coast stations. You can make and receive
telephone calls through these stations.
Port Operations
Channels 4, 5, 7, 12, 14, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 61, 62,
63, 64, 65, 66, 69, 71, 73, 74, 77, 79, 80, 81, 82, 83
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.
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.
NOTE
The U.S.A. and Canada impose restrictions on the use of many channels
within their territorial waters. These are noted in the channel assignment
chart. If operating your vessel in U.S.A. or Canadian waters, consult the
national communication authority or a knowledgeable local radio operator
for further guidance
Channel Assignments
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VHF Marine Radio Protocols
Channel Channel Map Frequency Power
Number USA Int’l Canada Transmit Receive Limits
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01A
02 ••156.100 160.700
03 ••156.150 160.750
03A • 156.150 156.150
04 • 156.200 160.800
04A • 156.200 156.200
05 • 156.250 160.850
05A ••156.250 156.250
06 •••156.300 156.300
07 • 156.350 160.950
07A ••156.350 156.350
08 •••156.400 156.400
09 •••156.450 156.450
10 •••156.500 156.500
11 •••156.550 156.550
12 •••156.600 156.600
Channel Assignments
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156.050 160.650
156.050 156.050
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14 •••156.700 156.700
15 • Rx Only 156.750
15 ••156.750 156.750 1 watt CAN and INT
16 •••156.800 156.800
17 •••156.850 156.850 1 watt USA and CAN
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Channel Use
01 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)
01A Port Operations and Commercial, VTS in selected areas
02 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)
03 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)
03A Government Only
04 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port Operations, Ship Movement
04A West Coast (Coastguard Only); East Coast (Commercial Fishing)
05 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port Operations, Ship Movement
05A Port Operations, VTS in selected areas
06 Intership Safety
07 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port Operations, Ship Movement
07A Commercial
08 Commercial (Intership Only)
09 Boater Calling Channel, Non-Commercial (Recreational)
10 Commercial
11 Commercial, VTS in selected areas
12 Port Operations, VTS in selected areas
13 Intership Navigation Safety (Bridge-to-Bridge). In U.S. waters,
large vessels maintain a listening watch on this channel.
14 Port Operations, VTS in selected areas
15 Environmental (Receive Only). Used by class C EPIRB’s.
15 Canada (EPIRB Buoys Only); International (On-Board Communication)
16 International Distress, Safety and Calling
17 State Controlled (U.S.A. Only)
Channel Assignments
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Channel Channel Map Frequency Power
Number USA Int’l Canada Transmit Receive Limits
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19A
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20A
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21A
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Channel Assignments
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156.900 161.500
156.900 156.900
156.950 161.550
156.950 156.950
157.000 161.600 1 watt CAN
157.000 157.000
157.050 161.650
157.050 157.050
157.100 161.700
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23A
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157.150 161.750
157.150 157.150
157.200 161.800
157.250 161.850
157.300 161.900
157.350 161.950
157.400 162.000
156.025 160.625
156.075 160.675
156.075 156.075
156.125 160.725
156.125 156.125
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VHF Marine
VHF Marine Radio Protocols
Channel Use
18 Port Operations, Ship Movement
18A Commercial
19 Port Operations, Ship Movement
19A Commercial
20 Canada (Coastguard Only); International (Port Operations, Ship Movement)
20A Port Operations
21 Port Operations, Ship Movement
21A U.S. (Government Only); Canada (Coastguard Only)
22 Port Operations, Ship Movement
22A U.S. and Canadian coastguard Liaison and Maritime Safety Information
Broadcasts that are announced on Channel 16
23 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)
23A Government Only
24 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)
25 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)
26 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)
27 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)
28 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)
60 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)
61 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port Operation, Ship Movement
61A U.S. (Government Only); Canada (Coastguard Only);
West Coast (Coastguard Only); East Coast (Commercial Fishing)
62 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port Operations, Ship Movement
62A West Coast (Coastguard Only); East Coast (Commercial Fishing)
Channel Assignments
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VHF Marine
VHF Marine Radio Protocols
Channel Channel Map Frequency Power
Number USA Int’l Canada Transmit Receive Limits
63
63A
64
64A
65
65A
66
66A
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156.175 156.175
156.225 160.825
156.225 156.225
156.275 160.875
156.275 156.275
156.325 160.925
156.325 156.325 1 watt CAN
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156.425 156.425
156.475 156.475
RX only 156.525
156.575 156.575
156.625 156.625
156.675 156.675
156.725 156.725
156.775 156.775 1 watt Only Int.
156.825 156.825 1 watt Only Int.
156.875 156.875 1 watt USA and CAN
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VHF Marine Radio Protocols
Channel Use
63 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port Operations, Ship Movement
63A Port Operations and Commercial, VTS in selected areas
64 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port Operations, Ship Movement
64A U.S. (Government Only); Canada (Commercial Fishing)
65 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port Operations, Ship Movement
65A Port Operations
66 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port Operations, Ship Movement
66A Port Operations
67 U.S. (Commercial). Used for bridge-to-bridge communications in lower
Mississippi River (Intership Only); Canada (Commercial Fishing), S&R
68 Non-Commercial (Recreational)
69 U.S. (Non-Commercial, Recreational); Canada (Commercial Fishing Only);
International (Intership, Port Operations, Ship Movement)
70 Digital Selective Calling (Voice communications not allowed)
71 U.S. and Canada (Non-Commercial, Recreational);
International (Port Operations, Ship Movement)
72 Non-Commercial (Intership Only)
73 U.S. (Port Operations); Canada (Commercial Fishing Only);
International (Intership, Port Operations, Ship Movement)
74 U.S. (Port Operations); Canada (Commercial Fishing Only);
International (Intership, Port Operations, Ship Movement)
75 Port Operations (Intership Only)
76 Port Operations (Intership Only)
77 Port Operations (Intership only). Restricted to communications
with pilots for movement and docking of ships.
Channel Assignments
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VHF Marine
VHF Marine Radio Protocols
Channel Channel Map Frequency Power
Number USA Int’l Canada Transmit Receive Limits
78
78A
79
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81
81A
82
82A
83
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84
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85
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86
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156.925 161.525
156.925 156.925
156.975 161.575
156.975 156.975
157.025 161.625
157.025 157.025
157.075 161.675
157.075 157.075
157.125 161.725
157.125 157.125
157.175 161.775
157.175 157.175
157.225 161.825
157.225 157.225
157.275 161.875
157.275 157.275
157.325 161.925
157.325 157.325
157.375 161.975
157.375 157.375
157.375 157.375
157.425 162.025
157.425 157.425
157.425 157.425
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NOTE
Many of the plain-numbered channels, such as 01, 02 and 03, transmit and
receive on different frequencies. This is termed duplex operation. The rest of the
plain-numbered 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. When in simplex
operation, the A icon will appear on the LCD (see illustration on page A3).
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VHF Marine
VHF Marine Radio Protocols
Channel Use
78 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)
78A Non-Commercial (Recreational)
79 Port Operations, Ship Movement
79A Commercial (Also Non-Commercial only in Great Lakes)
80 Port Operations, Ship Movement
80A Commercial (Also Non-Commercial only in Great Lakes)
81 Port Operations, Ship Movement
81A U.S. (Government Only; Environmental Protection Operations)
82 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port Operation, Ship Movement
82A U.S. (Government Only); Canada (Coastguard Only)
83 Canada (Coastguard Only)
83A U.S. (Government Only); Canada (Coastguard Only)
84 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)
84A Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)
85 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)
85A Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)
86 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)
86A Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)
87 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)
87 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)
87A Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)
88 Public Correspondence (Ship to Coast). In U.S. only within
75 miles of Canadian Border.
88 Commercial Intership only
88A Commercial Intership only
Channel Assignments
NOTE
All the listed channels are pre-programmed at the factory according to
international regulations, those of Industry Canada (Canada) and those
of the FCC (U.S.A.). They cannot be altered by the user nor can modes
of operation be changed between simplex and duplex.
In some countries, additional channels are available. These can be
programmed on the radio by the local dealer or distributor.
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Radio Controls
and Indicators
Introduction
PRESET
Instant
Channel
16 Button
SCAN
Button
Squelch
Control
Call/Enter
Button
Wrist
Strap
Connector
ON/OFF/Volume
Control
Speaker/
Microphone
External Cover
Antenna
Backlit
LCD
Screen
Tri-Watch
Button
Battery
Backlight/
Key Lock
Button
Memory/Escape
Button
Channel Up
Button
Push to
Talk
Button
Channel
Down
Button
Power Level
Button
Speaker
Belt Clip
Engagement
Microphone
Battery
Clip
Rewind-Say-Again
Button
Channel
Preset Button
VHF MARINE RADIO
MR HH415 VP EU
Printed in China Part No. 480-347-P
Owner’s Manual
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Installation
Included in this Package
Included in this Package
You should find all of the following items in the package with
your CobraMarineVHF radio:
Radio Wrist Strap Drop-In Battery Charger
Flexible Antenna
Operating Instruction Manual Spring-Loaded Belt Clip
Battery Charger Power Cord
For connection to 12-volt and AC
power sources.
LiON Battery Pack
Alkaline Battery Tray
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Alkaline batteries not included.
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Installation
Antenna, Wrist Strap
and Belt Clip
Antenna, Wrist Strap and Belt Clip
Install Antenna
Antenna Installation
The flexible antenna is shipped separately in the package
and must be attached before you use the radio.
1. Align the base of the antenna with the socket in the
top of the radio.
2. Screw it all the way into the socket. Be sure that
the seal seats properly.
NOTICE
Operating the radio without the antenna in place
Wrist Strap
may damage the unit. The radio is not waterproof
until the antenna and battery pack are in place
with their seals properly seated.
Wrist Strap
Belt Clip Secured to Belt
The radio comes with the wrist strap already attached.
It can be easily removed if you choose not to use it.
Belt Clip
Use the spring-loaded belt clip to carry the radio on your
person.
1. Press open the belt clip, slide it over the belt and
release the clip.
Insert Knob onto Belt Clip
Secure Radio
2. Insert the round guide on the back of the radio into the
guide channel on the back of the belt clip. The radio must
be upside-down, as shown, to remove it from the belt
clip.
3. Once the knob is inserted all the way into the belt clip
channel, the radio swings free but remains secure.
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Installation
Batteries and Charger
Batteries and Charger
Lithium-Ion Battery Pack
Install Battery Pack
The radio is shipped with a sealed Lithium-Ion (LiON)
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battery pack (P/N CM 110-010) that is rechargeable.
WARNING
The charger provided for this radio is only to be used
to charge the battery pack provided. Do Not charge
any other type of batteries in the charger as fire,
explosion or battery damage will occur. Avoiding
extreme room temperatures will also help prolong the
life of the battery pack for the radio.
When your rechargeable batteries begin to discharge too
quickly, it is time to install a new battery pack. Your radio
will also operate with six (6) high-quality AA alkaline
batteries, using the AA alkaline battery tray (provided with
this radio).
Installing the Battery Pack
1. Position the battery pack to line up the two (2) external
alignment tabs to the alignment slots in the radio.
2. Engage the battery pack into the radio until battery pack
is fully seated against the radio housing.
3. Pivot the locking tab up until it snaps into place on the
back of the battery pack.
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Installation
Batteries and Charger
Power Sources
Initial Battery Charge
Initial Charge
The Cobra-provided lithium-ion (LiON) battery pack may be
charged at home, in a car or in a boat using the appropriate
12V DC or 220V AC power cord with the charger.
1. Insert one (1) of the power cords into the back of the
drop-in charger.
2. Insert the other end of the power cord into the
appropriate 12V DC or 220V AC power source.
3. Remove the spacer from the charger and insert the entire
radio into the charger. The metal charge contacts on the
radio will contact the mating prongs in the charger to
transfer the charging current.
4. Observe that the red light on the front of the charger
glows to indicate that the battery pack is properly seated
and the charger is operating.
5. Allow the batteries to charge for three (3) to four (4)
hours before use. The light will change back to green
when the battery is fully charged.
WARNING
Only the rechargeable lithium-ion (LiON) battery pack
can be recharged. You MUST use one of the charging
devices provided with this radio. Do not substitute
any other type of charging adapter or charger base
for this radio. Battery damage, fire or explosion may
result. It is equally important to prevent the lithiumion (LiON) battery pack from freezing to obtain best
performance from the battery pack.
NOTE
If the drop-in charger is used on a boat, Cobra
recommends you attach it to a horizontal shelf or
vertical bulkhead (using the screw holes provided) to
prevent possible damage due to the boat rolling or
pitching. The charging base has been designed to
hold the battery pack in place during rough sea
conditions.
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Installation
Batteries and Charger
Locking Tab
Battery Pack Charging Only
Alkaline Battery Tray
To Remove Battery Pack from Radio
1. Pivot the locking tab off of the back of the battery pack to
unlock.
2. Lift the bottom of the battery pack slightly to remove it
from the radio housing.
3. Pull battery pack out of the radio housing.
NOTE
The lithium-ion (LiON) battery pack can also be
charged in the battery charger without being installed
in the radio. Insert the spacer into the battery charger
to support the battery pack during this charging
process. Follow the same procedures in “Initial
Charge” to charge the battery pack.
NOTICE
Lithium-ion (LiON) batteries are toxic. Please dispose
of properly. Some marine suppliers accept old battery
packs for recycling and some municipal waste
disposal agencies have special provisions for battery
disposal.
Alkaline Batteries
There is an alkaline battery tray (P/N CM 110-011) provided
with this radio. The alkaline battery tray is provided as a
backup or “Emergency” power source should the battery
pack run low on power and needs to be recharged. The
radio will transmit at full power when using six (6) new AA
Alkaline batteries.
AA Alkaline batteries not
included
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WARNING
Never attempt to recharge alkaline batteries. They are
not made to be recharged, and should be disposed of
in a proper manner.
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Installation
Batteries and Charger
Fully Charged
Partially Charged
Fully Discharged
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
Use only the drop-in charger provided by Cobra. Do
not use the charger with alkaline batteries; only the
lithium-ion (LiON) battery pack is rechargeable. Spent
alkaline batteries must be discarded and replaced.
It is a good idea to keep a set of fresh, high-quality AA
alkaline batteries with your radio. Should the rechargeable
battery pack become discharged and no electrical power
source is available, you can insert the alkaline battery tray
with fresh alkaline batteries and continue to use your radio.
NOTE
Some radios with LiON batteries have AA or AAA
battery packs which only allow low power transmit.
The AA battery tray for the MR HH415 and a fresh set
of alkaline batteries will allow for full power
emergency transmissions.
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Operating Your Radio
Getting Started
Getting Started
MR HH415 Radio
On/Off/Volume Control
(Clockwise)
On/Off/Volume Control
(Counterclockwise)
Refer to the foldout at the front of this manual to identify the
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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 (1) second. “Press and Hold” means to hold the button
down for approximately three (3) seconds.
Whenever you press any button except the Tal k 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 (2) other sounds. Two (2) beeps
will sound to confirm your setting changes and three (3)
beeps will sound to notify you of an error.
Common Radio Functions
The following procedures define common operating
functions of the radio when in the Marine Standby mode.
Power/Volume/Squelch Controls
Power On/Off Control
The On/Off/Volume control is located at the upper right
side of the radio. Turning the On/Off/Volume control
past the detent position will turn the radio On or Off.
Volume Control
Volume is controlled by turning the On/Off/Volume
control.
To increase the volume, turn the On/Off/Volume
control clockwise.
To decrease the volume, turn the On/Off/Volume
control counterclockwise.
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Operating Your Radio
Getting Started
Squelch Control
Speaker/Mic Port
Talk Button
Squelch Control
Squelch is controlled by turning the lower rotary
concentric knob located directly below the
On/Off/Volume switch.
With the power On, turn the knob
counterclockwise until you hear a hissing sound,
then turn the knob clockwise until the hissing
stops. This will establish a “Baseline” squelch. By
turning the knob further in a clockwise direction,
you will filter weak and medium-strength signals.
By turning the knob in a counterclockwise
direction (further from your baseline setting), you
will receive weaker signals. Squelch Control filters
weak signals and radio frequency (RF) noise so
that you will clearly hear the signals you want.
NOTE
If the Squelch is set so that you can hear a
continuous hissing sound, the Memory Scan
and Tri-Watch functions will be blocked.
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 port is located at the
top of the radio between the antenna and the
Power/Volume/Squelch control. Unthread the
Speaker/Microphone port cover to access and install
an optional speaker or microphone into this port.
Talk Button
Press and hold the Tal k button to transmit messages.
Release the Tal k button to stop transmitting.
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PRESET
Operating Your Radio
Getting Started
Backlight/Key Lock Button
Key Locked Buttons
Key Lock Icon
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, another 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 following buttons:
Channel Up Button
Channel Down Button
SCAN Button
MEM/ESC Button
H-M-L Button
16 Button
TRI-WATCH Button
Call/Enter/Setup Button
Preset Button
REW Button
To Lock or Unlock the Buttons:
Press and hold the Backlight/Key Lock button for
two (2) seconds. The Key Lock icon will appear
or disappear in the LCD. When Key Lock is On,
pressing any of the listed buttons on the front of
the radio will result in a three (3) beep error
message.
Both the Backlight/Key Lock button and the Tal k
button are active — you can Receive (Rx) or
Transmit (Tx) a message with Key Lock On, but
you cannot change the channel.
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Operating Your Radio
Getting Started
Channel Up/Down Button
Currently On Channel 88
SCAN Button
Channel Up/Down Button
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
button.
To Change Channels:
Press the Channel Up/Down button.
If you are on Channel 88, pressing the Channel Up
button will advance to Channel 01. If you are on
Channel 01, pressing the Channel Down button will
advance to Channel 88.
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 button 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 (3) beep error signal will
sound.
SCAN Button
Press and release the SCAN 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 Tal k button is pressed.
In Memory mode, press and release the SCAN button to
scan all memory channels. Because the unit is already in the
Memory Channel mode, only the channels in the memory
bank will be displayed.
NOTE
Memory channels need to be saved to effectively enter
the Memory Channel mode and scan all memory
channels.
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Operating Your Radio
PRESET
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Getting Started
H-M-L Power Button
Call/Enter/Setup Button
High/Medium/Low (H-M-L) Power Button
Your radio can transmit selectively at 1, 3 or 5 watts of
power. Cobra suggests you maintain the low power setting
for short-range communications. You will conserve battery
life and avoid overpowering nearby stations with a low
power setting signal. Use the high power setting for longrange communications or when you do not receive a
response to a signal sent at 1 watt.
To Toggle Between H-M-L Power Modes:
Press the H-M-L Power 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.
Call /Enter/Setup Button
The Call/Enter/Setup button has multiple functions. It is
generally used in the following ways:
Press and release to transmit your unique Call Tone
signal to another radio.
Press and hold to enter any Setup menu.
Functions as an ENTER button when making a selection
in any Setup menu.
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Operating Your Radio
PRESETPRESET
Getting Started
Preset Button
Intial Preset Screen
Preset Button
The Preset button will store all of the settings displayed on
the LCD (i.e., Channel, Power Level, Memory Mode, etc...)
into memory as your personal default radio settings.
To Set Personal Default Settings:
Press and hold the Preset button. This will store
whatever settings are displayed on the LCD.
After changing any of the settings you can recall your
default settings by pressing and releasing the Preset
button.
NOTE
Initial power-on of the radio and first-time press of
Preset button will display the Intial Preset Screen.
“HOLd To SAVE”
will flash across the screen until the
Preset button is depressed and held to save your
personal default radio settings.
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Operating Your Radio
Setup Mode Programming
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 15 seconds,
your entry will be saved and the radio will go back to the 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.
Start from Marine Standby mode to begin Marine (VHF) Setup programming. Press
and hold the Call/Enter/Setup button for two (2) seconds to enter the programming
mode.
Set Channel Map
Active Channel Map Icon
Channel Up/Down Button
International/Canada/USA Channel Maps
Three (3) sets of VHF Channel Maps have been established
for marine use in the USA, Canada, and the rest of the world
(International). Most of the channels are the same for all
three (3) maps, but there are definite differences (see table
on pages 16 through 23). Your radio has all three (3) maps
built into it and will operate correctly in whichever area you
choose.
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
I icon is the default) flashing.
3. Press Channel Up/Down button to select the I, C or
U icon.
4. Press Call/Enter/Setup button to save this entry and
move to the next setup programming mode.
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NOTE
One (1) or two(2) of the channel maps might have
been disabled for sales of this radio in some
countries.
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Operating Your Radio
Setup Mode Programming
VibrAlert®Tone Alert
VibrAlert®Mode
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In VibrAlert
mode, your radio can alert you to incoming
signals by sounding an audible call tone, a silent vibration or
both.
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To set VibrAlert
:
1. The display will show either the Vibrate icon (shake
bars), Call Tone icon (bell shape) or a combination
VibrAlert
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icon.
2. The present setting of either, 01, 02 or 03 will be
flashing.
3. Press Channel Up/Down button to select one of the
following:
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01 = VibrAlert
On (both shake bars and bell
shape).
02 = Vibrate On (shake bars only).
03 = Call Tone Only On (bell shape only).
4. Press Call/Enter/Setup button to save this entry and
move to the next setup programming mode.
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Operating Your Radio
Setup Mode Programming
Call Tone Mode
Call Tone Mode
In Call Tone mode, your radio can alert you to incoming
signals by sounding an audible call tone, a silent vibration or
both. This setting will also allow you to transmit a unique
Call Tone alert to identify your radio when you transmit
messages. You can select from one of 10 different Call Tone
signals.
To Set Call Tone:
1. From the previous press of the Call/Enter/Setup
button, the LCD will display the letter “C” and the
current Call Tone number (01 through 10).
2. Press the Channel Up/Down button to select a
different Call Tone. An example of each call tone will
sound for 1.5 seconds.
3. Press Call/Enter/Setup button to save this entry and
move to the next setup programming mode.
NOTE
Call Tones are not usually used for Marine VHF
communications. We allow you to turn it On for your
unique communication needs.
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Operating Your Radio
Setup 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 Tal k 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. Display will show ROG icon and ON or OFF flashing.
2. Press Channel Up/Down button to select ON or
OFF. ROG will be displayed when On.
3. Press Call/Enter/Setup button to save this entry and
move to the next setup programming mode.
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. Display will show Key Tone icon and ON or OFF
flashing.
2. Press Channel Up/Down button to select ON or
OFF.
3. Press Call/Enter/Setup button to save entry.
You have now ended Marine (VHF) Setup
programming mode and will enter Marine Standby
mode.
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Operating Your Radio
ATIS ID Programming
ATIS ID Programming
The Automatic Transmission Identification System (ATIS) feature of this Cobra radio
is used to identify marine vessels in some inland waterways of European countries
that require ATIS transmission. An ATIS ID number is required to operate the ATIS
feature. The ATIS ID number is derived from your vessels call sign. You must enter
your ATIS ID number into this radio before the ATIS system will become functional.
Please consult your local dealer for questions about local ATIS requirements.
With this feature activated the vessels ATIS ID number is transmitted after every
push of the Tal k button.
Channel Down
and SCAN Buttons
To Set the ATIS ID Number:
NOTE
The ATIS ID is a 10 digit number that will always begin
with the number “9.” You will be asked to enter only
the last nine digits. The first digit, “9”, has been
automatically entered for you.
1. With the radio turned Off; press and hold the
Channel Down and SCAN buttons and
ATIS ID Start Screen
simultaneously power On the radio.
2. The LCD will display and flash the ATIS icon. A dash
(-), to the right of the digit 9, will be flashing for the
next entry.
NOTICE
Remember, you only have one (1) attempt
ATIS ID number. Once this number has been entered,
only your Cobra distributor with PC software can
reset the ATIS ID number. You can also return the
radio to Cobra for reprogramming.
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Operating Your Radio
ATIS ID Programming
Channel Up/Down Button
ATIS ID Number Entry
3. Press the Channel Up/Down button to scroll
through the specific ATIS digit being entered.
4. Pressing the Call/Enter/Setup button advances to
the right, one (1) digit, for the next entry.
5. Repeat this input sequence until all nine digits have
been entered. The ATIS icon will stop flashing when
a successful ATIS ID entry has been made.
6. Press the Call/Enter/Setup button again, after all
numbers have been entered, to save the ATIS ID
number and return to the Marine Standby mode.
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Operating Your Radio
Standby/Receive
and Transmit
Standby/Receive and Transmit
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 in Marine Standby mode. While in Marine Standby mode,
the user will be able to transmit by pressing the Push to Talk (Talk) button. Signals
in Receive (Rx) mode will be received on the selected channel(s).
NOTE
Coastguard alerts are broadcast on Channel 16.
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Standby/Receive
and Transmit
Check Channel Number
Low Power Mode
Talk Button
Transmit (Tx) Icon
Receive (Rx) Icon
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 pages 14 through 23 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.
3. With the microphone about 5,1 cm [2 in.] from your
mouth, press and hold the Tal k button and speak
into the microphone. The Transmit icon will appear
on the LCD.
4. Release the Ta lk 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 Tal k button is released. If the
Battery Power icon begins blinking on the LCD
when the Tal k button is pressed, the radio will NOT
transmit.
NOTE
If the Tal k button is held down for five (5) 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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Advanced Operation
Advanced Operation
Channel 16 Button
Channel 16
Channel 16 Mode
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Channel 16 mode gives you quick access to calling on
Channel 16 from any operational mode.
To Switch to Channel 16:
1. Press the Channel 16 button to change to
Channel 16.
2. Press the Channel 16 button a second time and
return to the last used Standby channel.
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PRESET
TRI-WATCH Button
TRI and MEM Icons
Channel Up/Down Button
Advanced Operation
Tri-Watch Mode
Tri-Watch mode gives you one (1) button access to scan a
total of three (3) channels of most importance to you. Channel
16 is preprogrammed and will always be one (1) of the
scanned locations. Two (2) other channels of your choice can
be stored in the radio. These channels can be edited and/or
recalled during future engagements of Tri-Watch mode.
NOTE
The radio must be squelched for Tri-Watch mode to
function. See page 31 for Squelch procedure.
Tri-Watch Setup
To Program or Edit the Tri-Watch Channels:
1. Press and hold the TRI-WATCH button for two (2)
seconds to activate Tri-Watch Setup mode. The TRI
and MEM icons on the display will turn On.
NOTE
The main channel number will flash to indicate channel
position. If there is no input activity for 15 seconds, the
radio will sound two (2) beeps and return to Marine
Standby mode.
2. Press Channel Up/Down button to select the desired
Tri-Watch channel.
3. Press and release TRI-WATCH button or
Call/Enter/Setup button to confirm entry.
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to program the remaining
additional Tri-Watch memory channel.
5. After programming both Tri-Watch memory channels
the radio will immediately engage Tri-Watch mode.
(See page 46 for further details.)
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PRESET
Advanced Operation
TRI-WATCH Button
Tri-Watch Scan Mode
Using Tri-Watch
Tri-Watch Scan Mode:
1. From Marine Standby mode, press the TRI-WATCH
button. The TRI icon will appear on the LCD display
and the radio will scan through the three (3)
Tri-Watch memory channels.
2. A signal on any one (1) of the three (3) channels
will stop the scan for 10 seconds to allow you to
listen to the traffic on that location.
NOTE
After the Tri-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 Tri-Watch channels.
3. Press the Channel Up/Down button to resume
scanning the Tri-Watch channels or to change the
scan direction.
4. To EXIT the Tri-Watch scan, press the TRI-WATCH
button again. The TRI icon will disappear from the
LCD and the radio will return to Marine Standby
mode.
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MEM/ESC Button
Memory Location Number
Channel Up/Down Button
Advanced Operation
Memory Location Mode
Your radio has unlimited memory locations for storing your
most frequently used channels. These memory locations can
be selected individually or can be scanned. (See page 50
under Memory Location Scan.)
To enter Memory mode, press MEM/ESC 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 MEM/ESC button for two (2)
seconds. The memory location number will start
flashing and the MEM icon will be turned On.
2. Use the Channel Up/Down button to advance to the
memory location (00-99) you want to program.
3. Press the MEM/ESC 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/Down button to change to the
channel you want to store into the selected memory
location.
5. Press the MEM/ESC button to program that channel.
The memory location number will flash again.
Repeat steps 2 through 5 to program as many
additional memories as you want.
6. Press and hold the MEM/ESC button for two (2)
seconds. This will return the radio to Memory mode.
7. Press and release the MEM/ESC button again to
return to Marine Standby mode.
Channel Number
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Advanced Operation
MEM/ESC Button
MEM Icon
Memory Location Number
Channel Up/Down Button
To Recall a Stored Memory Location:
1. Press the MEM/ESC button. The MEM icon will be
turned On.
2. Press the Channel Up/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 MEM/ESC 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:
1. Press and hold the MEM/ESC button for two (2)
seconds. The memory location number will start
flashing and the MEM icon will be turned On.
2. Use the Channel Up/Down button to advance to the
memory location you want to erase.
3. Press the MEM/ESC 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/Down button to change to the
channel to read “00” at the selected memory
location.
5. Press the MEM/ESC button to erase that channel.
Repeat steps 2 through 5 to erase as many additional
memories as you want.
6. Press and hold the MEM/ESC button for two (2)
seconds. This will return the radio to Memory mode.
7. Press and release the MEM/ESC button again to
return to Marine Standby mode.
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Advanced Operation
Scanning
SCAN Button
SCAN Icon
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.
NOTE
The radio must be squelched for Channel Scan mode
to function. See page 31 for Squelch procedure.
To Enter Channel Scan:
1. From Marine Standby mode, press the 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 on that
location.
3. Press the Channel Up/Down button to resume
scanning the Channel Scan channels or to change
the scan direction.
4. To EXIT Channel Scan mode, press the SCAN
button again. The SCAN icon will disappear from the
LCD and the radio will return to Marine Standby
mode.
Channel Up/Down Button
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A
A
Advanced Operation
Memory Location Scan
Memory Location Scan Mode
During Memory Location Scan mode, the radio will rapidly
scan through all pre-assigned 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
The radio must be squelched for Memory Location
Scan mode to function. See page 31 for Squelch
procedure.
NOTE
If there are fewer than two (2) memory locations
programmed in the radio, the Memory Location Scan
option will not be available. To program at least two
(2) memory locations, see page 47.
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Advanced Operation
MEM/ESC Button
SCAN Button
To Enter Memory Location Scan:
1. From Marine Standby mode, press the MEM/ESC
button.
2. Press the 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/Down button to resume
scanning the Memory Location Scan channels or to
change the scan direction.
5. To EXIT Memory Location Scan mode, press the
SCAN button again. The SCAN and MEM icons will
disappear from the LCD and the radio will return to
Marine Standby mode.
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Advanced Operation
Rewind-Say-Again™
REW Button
Rewind-Say-Again™ Feature
Use the Cobra exclusive Rewind-Say-Again™ feature to
replay or record the last 20 seconds of an incoming audio
transmission.
Example 1:
When engine noise, music or conversation creates too
much noise to hear an inbound message clearly, press
the REW button to hear the message a second time.
Example 2:
When listening to an urgent distress message of an
excited caller with confusing background noise, press
the REW button to hear the message a second time
and get life saving information. Use this feature to
record call details including position coordinates, call
signs, registration numbers and store details that will
help authorities locate the distressed vessel.
NOTE
Hold in the Rewind button to turn the recording
mode Off and save the currently recorded
transmission.
Using Rewind-Say-Again
1. During audio transmission, press REW button to listen to
20 seconds of the last recorded audio transmission. The
REW icon will flash during the playing back of the
message and a 20-second countdown begins.
2. Press the TALK, REW or MEM/ESC button during
playback to stop the playback transmission. The radio
returns to Standby mode.
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Advanced Operation
SCAN Button Enter Record
Rewind Countdown Timer
Using Rewind-Say-Again to Record Audio
Transmission
1. Press and hold SCAN button for two (2) seconds to enter
Record mode.
2. Press and hold Ta lk button to begin recording from radio
microphone. If Tal k button is released, recording stops.
While recording, a 20-second countdown begins on
display. When 20-second countdown time has ended,
recording stops and two (2) beep tones will be heard.
3. Press and hold the SCAN button again for two (2)
seconds or press MEM/ESC button to cancel recording
and return to last operation.
NOTE
When using radio in Record mode, the REW feature
is turned Off to prevent “recording over” previous
message.
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Operating Your Radio
Maintenance and
Troubleshooting
Maintenance
Very little maintenance is required to keep your CobraMarine VHF radio
in good operating condition:
Keep the radio and charger 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
LiON batteries run
down quickly
Will transmit at
one (1) or three (3) watts,
but not at five (5) watts
Will not transmit Selected channel is
No sound from speaker Volume level is too low or
No response to
button press
No answer to calls Out of range of
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Batteries are exhausted
Batteries not installed
properly
Batteries are at the
end of their life
Batteries are low
Selected channel is imited
to one (1) watt
limited to receive only
squelch level is too deep
Button lock is On Press Backlight/
other station
Signal is blocked
by terrain
Recharge or
replace batteries
Remove batteries and
reinstall according to
polarity markings
Replace with new
batteries
Recharge or
replace batteries
Switch to
another channel
Switch to
another channel
Re-adjust volume
and squelch
Key Lock button
Switch to three (3) or five
(5) watts or move closer
Move until you have a “lineof-sight” to the other station
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Specifications
Specifications
General
Number of Channels All International, Canadian and U.S.A.
Channels
Channel Spacing 25 kHz
Modulation 5 kHz Max.
Input Voltage 7.2 VDC
Battery Life: LiON: 14 hours @ 5 watts,
5% TX, 5% RX, 90% Standby 23.5 hours @ 1 watt
Alkaline: 20 hours @ 5 watts,
35 hours @ 1 watt
Current Drain:
Standby 40 mA
Receive (Rx) 200 mA
Transmit (Tx) 1.8 A @ High Power, 700 mA @ Low Power
Temperature Range -20˚C to 50˚C
Radio Dimensions 4.8" x 2.4" x 1.4"
(123 mm x 62 mm x 36 mm) not
including antenna
Radio Weight 0 lbs 8 oz. (228 g) without batteries
Receiver
Frequency Range 156.050 to 163.275 MHz
Receiver Type Double Conversion Super-Heterodyne
Sensitivity:
20 dB Quieting 0.35 uV
12 dB Sinad 0.30 uV
Adjacent Channel Selectivity -60 dB
Intermodulation and Rejection -60 dB
Spurious and Image Rejection -60 dB
AF Output 250 mW @ 8 Ohms
Transmitter
Frequency Range (Tx): 156.025 to 157.425 MHz
RF Output Power 1, 3 or 5 watts
Spurious Emissions -60 dB @ High Power, -55 dB @ Low
Power
Microphone Type Condenser
Frequency Stability +/-10 ppm
FM Hum and Noise 40 dB
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Trademark
Trademark Acknowledgement
Trademark Acknowledgement
Cobra®, CobraMarine®, Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra®, VibraAlert®, and the snake
design are registered trademarks of Cobra Electronics Corporation, USA.
Cobra Electronics Corporation™ and Rewind-Say-Again™ are a trademark of Cobra
Electronics Corporation, USA.
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Customer Service
Accessories
Accessories
Additional accessories for your Cobra radio can be purchased separately. Each
accessory will enhance the use of the radio and also offer convenience the end user.
Lapel Speaker/Microphone
Lapel Speaker/Microphone
A speaker/microphone, that attaches to your lapel, by
ordering 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.
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Customer Service
Declaration of Conformity
and CE Marking
Declaration of Conformity
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