Cobra MT 600 QUICK START GUIDE

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Cobra MT 600 QUICK START GUIDE

Two-Way Radio Model MT 600

ENGL ISH

 

 

 

1.

Antenna

 

 

 

 

2.

External Speaker/

 

 

 

 

 

Microphone/Charge Jack

 

 

 

 

3.

Mode/Power Button

1

2

 

 

4.

Lock Button

 

 

5.

Channel Select Buttons

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

6.

Speaker/Microphone

 

 

 

 

7.

Light/Max Range Button

 

 

3

 

8.

Volume Control Buttons

10

 

 

9.

Talk Button

 

 

 

 

 

 

4

10.

Call Button

9

 

 

11.

Belt Clip

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

12. Battery Compartment

 

 

 

 

13. Lock Tab

 

 

 

 

5

 

8

 

 

 

 

11

 

 

 

 

 

7

 

 

 

 

 

6

12

13

Printed in China Part No. 480-327-P Version C

PRODUCT FEATURES

English

Features

Two-Way Radio

with up to a 5 km (3 mile) range

8 Channels*

38 CTCSS Privacy Codes

83 DCS Privacy Codes

Backlit LCD Display

Battery Saver Circuitry

Maximum Range Extender

Call Alert (5 selectable tones)

Scan (Channel, Privacy Codes)

Vox Mode for Hands-Free Operation

Auto Squelch

Selectable On/Off "Roger Beep" Confirmation Tone

Key Lock

External Speaker/Microphone/Charge Jack

Belt Clip

*You are not allowed to use channels 1 and 2 in France.

This situation can change; please contact the French radio licensing authority for more information.

 

1

2

3

4

 

11

 

 

 

 

 

 

5

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

6

 

 

 

 

 

 

7

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

10

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

9

 

 

 

8

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1.

Scan Icon

7.

Battery Low Icon

2.

Roger Beep Icon

8.

Privacy Code Numbers

3.

DCS Icon

9.

Power Saver Icon

4.

Lock Icon

10.

Main Channel Number

5.

VOX Icon

11.

Receive/Transmit Icon

6.

CTCSS Icon

 

 

 

 

 

 

Product Information

This microTALK® radio has been manufactured to meet all required standards for radio equipment using PMR 446 frequencies as authorized. The use of this two-way radio product involves the public airways and its use may be subject to local laws or regulations. Contact your radio licensing authority for more information.

Caring for Your Radio

Your microTALK® radio will give you years of trouble-free service if cared for properly. Here are a few suggestions:

Handle the radio gently.

Keep it away from dust.

Never put the radio in water or in a damp place.

Avoid exposure to extreme temperatures.

OPERATION

 

English

Charger and Rechargeable Batteries

Remove Belt Clip Lock Tab

Insert Batteries

To Insert Batteries in Radio:

1. Remove belt clip by releasing belt clip latch and sliding clip up. 2. Push up on lock tab to remove battery cover.

3. Insert batteries according to polarity markings.

NOTE: Estimated operation time on full charge: 12 hours.

These rechargeable batteries must be recycled or disposed of properly in compliance with all applicable laws. They must not be thrown in the rubbish bin. Some countries and local authorities require recycling and have established collection programs. Please contact your local waste disposal authority for instructions.

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

Wall Charger

Insert Connector

For Charging Cobra’s microTALK® Radio(s):

1.Check to see that the batteries have been inserted properly. See above for battery installation instructions.

2.Insert round connector of wall charger into the charge jack located at the top of the radio. The wall charger has two (2) round connectors which enables you to charge either one (1) or two (2) radios at a time.

3.Plug the wall charger into electrical outlet.

It is not recommended to recharge batteries more than 24 hours. Estimated operation time on a full charge is 12 hours.

Use only the supplied rechargeable batteries and wall charger for recharging your Cobra microTALK® radio. Non-rechargeable alkaline batteries can also be used.

Radio Power

To Turn Your Radio On:

– Press and hold the MODE/POWER button until you hear a series of audible tones indicating that the radio is On.

Your microTALK® radio is now in LISTENING MODE, ready to receive transmissions. The radio is always in LISTENING MODE, except when the TALK, CALL or MODE/POWER buttons are pressed.

To Turn Your Radio Off:

– Press and hold the MODE/POWER button for two (2) seconds.

Battery Low Indicator

When battery power is low, the BATTERY LOW indicator will blink, indicating that batteries should be recharged or replaced.

WARNING: Only the supplied NiMH batteries can be recharged.

Battery/Power Saver

Mode/Power

Button

Battery Low Icon

Power Saver Icon

If there are no transmissions within 10 seconds, the unit will automatically switch to Battery Save mode and POWER SAVER will appear in the display. This will not affect the unit’s ability to receive incoming transmissions.

OPERATION

 

 

English

Communicating with Another Person

Talk Button

5 cm (2 Inches)

1. Press and hold the TALK button.

 

 

From Mouth

2. With the microphone about 5 cm (2 inches) from your mouth, speak in a normal voice.

 

 

3. Release the button when you have finished talking and listen for a response.

 

 

You cannot receive incoming calls while pressing the TALK button.

 

 

NOTE: Both radios must be tuned to the same channel and privacy code to communicate.

 

 

Listening for a Response

 

 

Listening

– Release the TALK button to receive incoming transmissions. Your microTALK® is always in LISTENING MODE while the

 

TALK or CALL buttons are not pressed.

 

 

 

Volume Buttons

Volume Level

To Adjust Volume

 

 

 

 

– Press the VOLUME UP or the VOLUME DOWN buttons.

 

 

 

 

A dual beep sound is used to indicate that you have reached the minimum (1) or maximum (8)

 

 

volume level.

 

 

Call Button

 

 

 

Call Button

– Press and release the CALL button.

The other person will hear a two (2) second ringing tone. You cannot send or receive transmissions during the two (2) second call tone.

NOTE: Both radios must be tuned to the same channel and privacy code to communicate.

Channel Buttons

Channels

To Select a Channel

With the radio on, select any of the eight (8) channels by pushing the CHANNEL UP or CHANNEL DOWN button.

You can press and hold the CHANNEL UP or CHANNEL DOWN button for fast advance.

NOTE: Both radios must be tuned to the same channel and privacy code (see “CTCSS Privacy Codes” or “DCS Privacy Codes”) to communicate.

Lock Function

Lock Button

Lock Icon

The LOCK button locks the CHANNEL UP, CHANNEL DOWN and MODE/POWER buttons to prevent

 

 

accidental operation.

 

 

To Use the Lock Function:

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

A double beep sound is used to confirm your Lock On or Off request. When the radio is in Lock Mode, the Lock icon will be displayed.

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