Cobra PR 150 A User Manual

TWO-WAYRADIO MODEL

Assistance

Warranty

Assistance

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Assistance

Warranty

PR150 A

aking Life Easier

nd Safer

taying in touch with your family and

riends is convenient and easy when using

our microTALK

y uses you will discover include:

Communicating with others while hiking, biking,

nd working; keeping track of family and friends

t a crowded public event; checking with travel

ompanions in another car; talking with neighbors;

c arranging meeting spots with others while

hopping at the mall.

Talk Button

ress and hold to communicate with

P others. With the microphone about two inches (five cm) from your mouth,

peak in a normal voice.

s Release the

finished talking and listen for a response.

ou cannot receive incoming calls

hile pressing the

NOTE Both radios must be tuned

o the same channel and privacy

ode to communicate.

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rademark Acknowledgement

Cobra®, microTALK®, Nothing comes close to a Cobra®and the snake design are registered trademarks of Cobra Electronics Corporation, U.S.A. Cobra Electronics Corporation™ is a trademark of Cobra Electronics Corporation, U.S.A.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: FCC LICENSE REQUIRED

This two-way radio operates on GMRS (General Mobile Radio Ser which require an FCC (Federal Communications Commission) license. A user must be licensed prior to operating on Channels 1 through 7 or 15 through 22, which comprise the GMRS channels of this radio. Serious penalties could result for unlicensed use of GMRS channels, in violation of FCC rules, as stipulated in the Communications Act’

Licensed users will be issued a call sign by the FCC, which should be used for station identification when operating this radio. GMRS users should also cooperate by engaging in permissible transmissions only other GMRS users, and being prudent with the length of their transmission time.

For licensing information and application forms, please call the FCC Hotline at 800-418-FORM. Request form #159 and form #605. Questions regarding the license application should be directed to the FCC at 888-CALL-FCC. Additional information is available on the FCC’s website at www.fcc.gov.

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our wireless handheld portable transceiver contains a low power transmitter.

Y When the talk button is pushed, it sends out radio frequency (RF) signals. The device is authorized to operate at a duty factor not to exceed 50%. In August 1996, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) adopted RF exposure guidelines with safety levels for handheld wireless devices.

Important:

FCC RF Exposure Requirements: For body-worn operation, this radio has been tested and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines when used with Cobra accessories supplied or designated for this product. Use of other accessories may not ensure compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines. Use only the supplied antenna. Unauthorized antennas, modifications, or attachments could damage the transmitter and may violate FCC regulations.

Normal Position:

Hold the transmitter approximately two inches from your face and speak in a normal voice, with the antenna pointed up and away.

NOTE This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. 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 ma

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Battery Compartment Cover

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Press and release to alert others that you are calling.

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ustomer Assistance

n this user’s guide, you should find all the information you need to operate your microTALK

urther assistance after reading this guide, Cobra

or Assistance in the U.S.A.

utomated Help Desk English only.

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

ustomer Assistance OperatorsEnglish and Spanish.

8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday

except holidays) 773-889-3087 (phone).

(

uestionsEnglish and Spanish.

lectronics offers the following customer assistance services:

echnical Assistance

nglish only. www.cobra.com

on-line: Frequently Asked Questions).

( English and Spanish. productinfo

For Assistance Outside the U.S.A.

ontact Your Local Dealer

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

hannel Numbers

hile in Standbymode or when selecting a

channel, shows current channel (1 through 22).

hen adjusting the volume, shows current level

LCD Display

links when battery power level is low.

our microTALK

designed to extend battery life. If there are no

transmissions within 10 seconds, the radio will

utomatically switch to

ill not affect the radio’s ability to receive

Battery Low Icon

adio has a unique circuit

attery Savemode. This

1 through 7).

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incoming transmissions.

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ress and hold to turn the

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onoroff.

Press and release to enter

ode functions to change

Batteries

To Install or Replace Battery Pack(s)

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channels or privacy codes. The channel numbers or

privacy code numbers will blink when that mode is selected. Use the buttons to select a channel

Up/Down

or privacy code.

NOTE Radio can also be used with three AAA alkaline batteries. Position batteries according to polarity markings in radio. Alkaline batteries cannot be recharged.

To Charge Battery Packs in Radio(s)

nsert Radio(s)

Up/Down Buttons

Press and release to adjust the volume.

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

Product Service Questions

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

Please call Cobra fir See customer assistance abo

For Products Purchased in the U.S.A.

If your product should require factor sending your radio, charger or battery pack(s). This will ensure the fastest turnaround time on your repair. You may be asked to send your products to the Cobra

y. It will be necessary to furnish the following to have the product serviced

factor and returned. 1) For warranty repair include some form of proof-of-purchase, such as a mechanical reproduction or carbon of a sales receipt. If you send the original receipt, it cannot be returned. 2) Send the entire product. 3) Enclose a description of what is happening with the product. Include a typed or clearly printed name and address of where the product is to be returned. 4) Pack product securely to prevent damage in transit. If possible, use the original packing material.

5) Ship prepaid and insured by way of a traceable carrier such as United Par Service (UPS) or Priority Mail to avoid loss in transit to:

Cobra Factor Cobra Electronics Corporation 6500 West Cortland Street Chicago, Illinois 60707 U.S.A.

6) If the product is in warranty repaired or exchanged depending on the model.

Please allow approximately three to four weeks before contacting Cobra for status. If the product is out of warranty informing you of the repair charge or replacement charge. If you have any questions, please call 773-889-3087 for assistance.

For Products Purchased Outside the U.S.A.

Please contact your local dealer for product service information.

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, upon receipt of your product it will either be

THIS

RETURN

y service, please call Cobra first before

, a letter will automatically be sent

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an electrical outlet. If the charging light is not check position of the radio. The radio should be upright.

It normally takes about eight hours to fully recharge a NiCD battery pack. Battery packs will not be damaged if they stay in the charging well longer than that

Limited One-Year Warranty on Radio(s) and Charger

For Products Purchased in the U.S.A.

Electronics Corporation warrants that its Cobra GMRS radios and charger

Cobra 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 pur

Cobra will, without charge, repair or replace, at its option, defective GMRS radios, chargers, products or component parts upon delivery to the Cobra Factory Service department, accompanied by proof of the date of first consumer pur a duplicated copy of a sales receipt.

You must pay any initial shipping charges required to ship the product for warranty

vice, but the return charges will be at Cobra’

ser or replaced under warranty may also have other rights which may vary from state to state.

Exclusions: This limited warranty does not apply:

o any product damaged by accident; 2) In the event of misuse or abuse of the product

1) T 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 warranty information.

90-Day Warranty on Battery Pack(s)

For Products Purchased in the U.S.A. and Canada

, provided that the product is utilized within the U.S.A.

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. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you

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Transmit Icon

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ransmitting a message.

eceive Icon

Visible when receiving a message.

Privacy Code Numbers

While in Standby mode,

hows current privacy

s code (00 through 38).

“CH” is visible when

electing a channel.

“LE” is visible when

adjusting volume.

Remove belt clip and battery compartment cover. Insert battery pack as indicated on battery pack. Replace cover and belt clip.

Insert battery pack into radio according to directions above, then insert radio into charger. Insert round connector into the back of the charger and plug into

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