Staying in touch with your family and friends is
convenient and easy when using your microTALK
radio. Some of the many uses you will discover include:
Communicating with others while hiking, biking, and working;
keeping track of family and friends at a crowded public event;
checking with travel companions in another car; talking with
neighbors; arranging meeting spots with others while shopping
at the mall.
Belt Clip
Wrist Strap
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Making Life Easier And Safer
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Secure your microTALK
radio while on the go.
Carrying your microTALK
when using the belt clip or optional wrist strap.
The belt clip easily attaches to your belt, purse,
or backpack. Simply squeeze the clip and place
it where you prefer.
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radio with you is easy
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In this user’s manual, you should find all the information you need
to operate your microTALK
after reading this manual, Cobra
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radio. If you require further assistance
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Electronics offers the following
customer assistance services:
Automated Help Desk
English only. 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 773-889-3087 (phone).
Customer Assistance Operators
English and Spanish. 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. CT,
Monday through Friday (except holidays) 773-889-3087 (phone).
Questions
English and Spanish. Faxes can be received at 773-622-2269 (fax).
Technical Assistance
English only. www.cobra.com (on-line: Frequently Asked Questions).
English and Spanish. productinfo
This radio operates on General Mobile Radio
Service (GMRS) frequencies which require a
Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
license. See page 14 for licensing and other
related information.
Power
Battery Low
Indicator
Lock
Icon
CTCSS Privacy
Code Numbers
Introduction
Caring For Your microTALK®Radio
Your microTALK
if cared for properly. Handle the radio gently. Keep the radio away
from dust. Never put the radio in water or in a damp place.
Avoid exposure to extreme temperatures.
Remove Belt Clip
Operation
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radio will give you years of trouble-free service
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Warranty
Batteries
To Install Or Replace Batteries:
1. Remove belt clip by releasing belt clip
Pull UpLockLatch
Insert Batteries
latch and sliding clip up.
2. Pull up on the battery door latch to
remove the battery compartment cover.
3. Insert four (4) AAA batteries. (Always use
high quality alkaline batteries.) Position
batteries according to polarity markings.
4. Replace battery compartment cover and
belt clip.
Contact your local Cobra
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dealer or Cobra
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directly for optional accessories. Only Cobra
authorized accessories are recommended.
The Basics To Get You Started
Your microTALK
To get started, simply:
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radio is easy to use.
1. Press and hold the Mode/Power button
to turn On your radio.
2. Press the Channel Up or Channel Down
button to select a channel.
Both radios must be tuned to the
same channel to communicate.
3. Press and hold the Talk button while
speaking into the microphone.
4. When finished talking, release the Talk
button and listen for a response.
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Mode/Power Button
Battery Low
Battery Save Mode
Using Your Radio
Tur ni ng On Your microTALK®Radio
To Turn On Your Radio:
1. Press and hold the Mode/Power button until
you hear a series of audible tones indicating
the radio is On.
Your microTALK
ready to receive transmissions. The radio is
always in Standby mode except when the Talk,Call or Mode/Power buttons are pressed.
Battery Low
When battery power is low, the Battery Low icon
will blink. Your batteries should be replaced or
recharged, if using rechargeable batteries.
Auto Battery Save
Your microTALK
designed to extend battery life. If there are no
transmissions within ten (10) seconds, the radio
will automatically switch to Battery Save mode
and the Power Saver icon will flash in the
display. This will not affect the radio’s ability
to receive incoming transmissions.
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radio is now in Standby mode,
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radio has a unique circuit
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Talk Button
Communicating With Another Person
To Talk To Another Person:
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1. Press and hold the Tal k button.
Two (2) Inches [Five
(5) cm] From Mouth
2. With the microphone about two (2) inches
[five (5) cm] from your mouth, speak in a
normal voice.
3. Release the Tal k button when you are
finished talking and listen for a response.
You cannot receive incoming calls while
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pressing the Talk button.
Both radios must be tuned to the same
channel to communicate.
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Channel Button
Channel Number
Channels
To Select A Channel:
1. With the radio On, select any of the
22 channels by pressing the Channel Up
or Channel Down button.
Both radios must be tuned to the
same channel to communicate.
Channels 1 through 7 are shared with FRS/
GMRS. Channels 8 through 14 are FRS only.
Channels 15 through 22 are GMRS only.
See page 13 for FRS/GMRS frequency
allocations and compatibility charts.
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Operation
Listening
Volume Button
Volume Level
Call Button
Light/Max Range
Using Your Radio
Listening For A Response
When You Are Finished Talking:
1. Release the Talk button to receive incoming
transmissions. Your microTALK
always in Standby mode while the Talk
or Call buttons are not pressed.
Volume
To Adjust The Volume:
1. Press the Volume Up or Volume Down
button.
A double beep sound is used to indicate
the minimum and maximum volume levels
(1 through 8).
Call Button
To Alert Another Person That You Are Calling:
1. Press and release the Call button.
The other person will hear a two (2) second call
tone. You cannot send or receive transmissions
during the two (2) second call tone.
See page 12 on how to select between
five (5) call tone settings.
Display Illumination
To Illuminate Your Display:
1. Press and release the Light/Max Range button
to illuminate the display for ten (10) seconds.
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Auto Squelch/Maximum Range
Your microTALK
automatically shuts Off weak transmissions and unwanted noise
due to terrain, conditions, or if you’ve reached your MaximumRange limit.
You can temporarily turn Off auto squelch or turn On maximum
range extender, allowing all signals to be received and extending
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radio is equipped with Auto Squelch, which
the maximum range of your radio.
Light/Max Range
To Temporarily Turn Off Auto Squelch:
1. Press the Light/Max Range button for
less than five (5) seconds.
If you hear two (2) beeps, you have turned
the maximum range extender On (see below).
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To Turn Maximum Range Extender On:
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1. Press and hold the Light/Max Range button
for at least five (5) seconds until you hear
two (2) beeps which indicates the maximum
range extender is On.
To Turn Maximum Range Extender Off:
1. Press and release the Light/Max Range
button or change channels.
Lock Function
The Lock function locks the Channel Up, Channel Down, and
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Mode/Power buttons to prevent accidental operation.
Lock Button
To Turn The Lock On Or Off:
1. Press and hold the Lock button for
two (2) seconds.
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A double beep sound is used to confirm your
Lock Icon
lock On or Off request. When in Lock mode,
the Lock icon will be displayed.
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Speaker/Microphone Jack
Your microTALK
Microphone, freeing your hands for other tasks. Contact your
local Cobra
Only Cobra
Speaker/Microphone
Using Your Radio
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radio can be fitted with an external Speaker/
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dealer or Cobra®directly for optional accessories.
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authorized accessories are recommended.
To Attach Your Speaker/Microphone:
1. Open the speaker/microphone tab
on top of your microTALK
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radio.
2. Insert the plug into the speaker/
microphone jack.
microTALK®Range
Your microTALK
Your range will vary depending on terrain and conditions.
Maximum Range
Reduced Range
Reduced Range
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radio has a range of up to six (6) miles (10 km).
In flat, open country your radio will operate at
maximum range.
Buildings and foliage in the path of the signal can
reduce the range of the radio.
Dense foliage and hilly terrain will further reduce
the range of the radio.
On FRS Channels 8 through 14, your radio
automatically switches to low power, which will
limit the range the radio can communicate.
Remember, you can achieve maximum
range by using maximum range
extender. See page 5 for details.
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Scrolling Through The Mode Function
By scrolling through the Mode function, you will be able to
select or turn On preferred features of your microTALK
When scrolling through the Mode function, your radio features
will be displayed in the same predetermined order:
Mode/Power Button
Set Privacy Code
Set Channel Scan
Set Privacy Code Scan
Set Call Tones
Set Roger Beep On/Off
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radio.
CTCSS Privacy Codes
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CTCSS (Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System) is an advanced
tone coding system allowing you to select one of 38 privacy codes
to reduce interference from other users on the channel.
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If you are using a privacy code, both radios must
be tuned to the same channel and privacy code to
communicate. Each channel will remember the last
privacy code you selected.
Mode/Power Button
To Select A Privacy Code:
1. After selecting a channel, press the Mode/
Power button until the small numbers next
to the channel number flash on the LCD.
Privacy Code
Channel Button
2. Press the Channel Up or Channel Down
button to select a privacy code. You can
hold the Channel Up or Channel Down
button for fast advance.
3. When your desired privacy code is displayed:
a. Press the Mode/Power button to enter the
new setting and proceed to other functions.
b. Press the Lock button to enter the new
setting and return to Standby mode.
c. Do not press any buttons for 15 seconds
to enter the new setting and return to
Standby mode.
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Channel Scan
Your microTALK
Mode/Power Button
Scan Channels
Channel Button
Mode Functions
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radio can automatically scan channels.
To Scan Channels:
1. Press the Mode/Power button until the
Scan icon and the channel numbers flash
on the display.
2. Press the Channel Up or Channel Down
button to begin scanning channels.
The radio ignores specific privacy
codes while scanning channels.
The Scan icon will continue to be displayed
when scan is On. Your radio will continue to
scan all channels and stop if an incoming
transmission is detected. Your radio will
remain on that channel for ten (10) seconds.
While setting channel scan, if you do not
press any buttons for 15 seconds, your radio
will automatically return to Standby mode
on the channel or channel/privacy code
displayed before you entered mode functions.
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During Channel Scan (while receiving an incoming transmission),
You Can Choose From The Following:
a. Press and hold the Talk button to communicate on
that channel. Your radio will remain on that channel
and return to Standby mode.
b. Press the Channel Up or Channel Down button to
resume scanning channels.
If you press the Talk button while scanning and not within
ten (10) seconds of receiving a transmission, you will transmit
on the channel on which you last received a transmission.
This will return the radio to Standby mode.
If you do not press any button within ten (10) seconds, your radio
will automatically resume scanning channels.
During Channel Scan (while not receiving a transmission),
You Can Choose From The Following:
a. Press and hold the Talk button to communicate on the
channel or channel/privacy code that was displayed before
you entered mode functions or the channel on which,
during scanning, you last received a transmission.
This will return the radio to Standby mode.
b. Press the Mode/Power button to proceed to set privacy
code scan on the channel that was either displayed before
you entered mode functions or on which, during channel
scanning, you last received a transmission (see page 10
for further details).
c. Press the Lock button to return to Standby mode on the
channel/privacy code that was displayed before you entered
mode functions or the channel on which, during scanning,
you last received a transmission.
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Operation
Privacy Code Scan
Your microTALK
(00 through 38) within one (1) channel.
Select Channel
Mode/Power Button
Mode Functions
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radio can automatically scan the Privacy Codes
To Scan Privacy Codes:
1. While in Standby mode, press the Channel
Up or Channel Down button to choose
the channel on which you wish to scan
privacy codes.
2. Press the Mode/Power button until the Scan
icon and the privacy code numbers flash on
the display.
Scan Privacy Codes
Channel Button
3. Press the Channel Up or Channel Down
button to begin scanning privacy codes
within the channel you selected.
The Scan icon will continue to be displayed
when privacy code scan is On. Your radio will
continue to scan privacy codes and stop as an
incoming transmission is detected. Your radio
will remain on that channel/privacy code for
ten (10) seconds.
While setting privacy code scan, if you do not
press any buttons for 15 seconds, your radio
will automatically return to Standby mode on
the channel/privacy code that was displayed
before you entered mode functions.
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During Privacy Code Scan (while receiving an incoming
transmission), You Can Choose From The Following:
a. Press and hold the Talk button to communicate on that
channel/privacy code. Your radio will remain on that
channel/privacy code and return to Standby mode.
b. Press the Channel Up or Channel Down button to
resume scanning privacy codes.
If you press the Talk button while scanning and not within ten
(10) seconds of receiving a transmission, you will transmit on the
channel/privacy code on which you last received a transmission.
This will return the radio to Standby mode.
If you do not press any button within ten (10) seconds, your radio
will automatically resume scanning privacy codes.
During Privacy Code Scan (while not receiving a transmission),
You Can Choose From The Following:
a. Press and hold the Talk button to communicate on
the channel/privacy code that was displayed before you
entered mode functions or the channel/privacy code on
which, during scanning, you last received a transmission.
This will return the radio to Standby mode.
b. Press the Mode/Power button to proceed to other functions.
c. Press the Lock button to return to Standby mode on the
channel/privacy code that was displayed before you entered
mode functions or the channel/privacy code on which,
during scanning, you last received a transmission.
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Operation
Mode Functions
Five (5) Call Tone Settings
You can choose between five (5) different Call Tone Settings to
transmit a unique call alert.
Mode/Power Button
Call Tone Setting
To Change A Call Tone Setting:
1. Press the Mode/Power button until the
letter “C” and the current call tone number
(01 through 05) is displayed.
2. Press the Channel Up or Channel Down
button to hear the other call tone settings.
3. Choose one (1) of the following:
a. Press the Mode/Power button to
Channel Button
enter the new setting and proceed
to other functions.
b. Press the Lock button to enter the new
setting and return to Standby mode.
Roger Beep Confirmation Tone
Your listener will hear an audible tone when you release the Talk
button. This alerts the other party that you are finished talking and
it is OK for them to speak.
Mode/Power Button
To Turn Roger Beep On Or Off:
1. Press the Mode/Power button until the
Roger Beep icon flashes. The current
On or Off setting is displayed.
Roger Beep Off
2. Press the Channel Up or Channel Down
button to select roger beep On or Off.
3. Choose one (1) of the following:
a. Press the Mode/Power button to enter the
Channel Button
new setting and return to Standby mode.
b. Press the Lock button to enter the new
setting and return to Standby mode.
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General Specifications
A. FRS/GMRS
Frequency
Allocation and
Compatibility
Important: Please note that Cobra
GMRS models with 15 Channels may
designate different channel numbers for
the same frequency. For example, a
Cobra®15 Channel GMRS model would
need to be tuned to Channel 11 in order
to communicate with a 22 Channel GMRS
tuned to Channel 15. Please refer to the
chart below for channel/ frequency
number compatibility.
A= Channel No. For
22 Channel GMRS Models
B = Channel No. For 15 Channel
GMRS Models
C = Type of Radio Service
D = Frequency in MHz
E = Power in Watts
2. Battery Operating Range . . . . . . V 4.2 - 6.0
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Customer Assistance
Licensing And Service
IMPORTANT NOTICE: FCC LICENSE REQUIRED
This 2-way radio operates on GMRS (General Mobile Radio Service)
frequencies which require an FCC (Federal Communications Commission)
license. A user must be licensed prior to operating on Channels 1 through 7
or 15 through 22, which comprise the GMRS channels of this radio. Serious
penalties could result for unlicensed use of GMRS channels, in violation of
FCC rules, as stipulated in the Communications Act’s Sections 501 and
502 (amended).
Licensed users will be issued a call sign by the FCC, which should be used
for station identification when operating this radio. GMRS users should also
cooperate by engaging in permissible transmissions only, avoiding channel
interference with other GMRS users, and being prudent with the length of
their transmission time.
For licensing information and application forms, please call the FCC Hotline
at 800-418-FORM. Request form #159 and form #605. Questions regarding
the license application should be directed to the FCC at 888-CALL-FCC.
Additional information is available on the FCC’s website at www.fcc.gov.
Safety Information For microTALK
Your wireless handheld portable transceiver contains a low power transmitter.
When the Talk button is pushed, it sends out radio frequency (RF) signals.
The device is authorized to operate at a duty factor not to exceed 50%.
In August 1996, the Federal Communications Commissions (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 (2) inches from your face and
speak in a normal voice, with the antenna pointed up and away.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to the following two (2) 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 Warnings: Replacement or substitution of transistors, regular diodes or
other parts of a unique nature, with parts other than those recommended by
Cobra®may cause a violation of the technical regulations of part 95 of the FCC
rules, or violation of type acceptance requirements of part 2 of the rules.
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Radios
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Product Service Questions
If you have any questions about operation or installing
your new Cobra
Please call Cobra
TO THE STORE! See customer assistance on page A1.
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product, or if you are missing parts…
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first! DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT
For Products Purchased In The U.S.A.
If your product should require factory service, please call Cobra
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first
before sending your radio. This will ensure the fastest turn-around
time on your repair. You may be asked to send your radio to the
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factory. It will be necessary to furnish the following to have
Cobra
the product serviced 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 radio.
Include a typed or clearly printed name and address of where
the radio is to be returned.
4) Pack radio securely to prevent damage in transit. If possible,
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use the original packing material.
5) Ship prepaid and insured by way of a traceable carrier such as
United Parcel Service (UPS) or First Class 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 radio is in warranty, upon receipt of your radio it will
either be repaired or exchanged depending on the model.
Please allow approximately three (3) to four (4) weeks before
contacting Cobra
a letter will automatically be sent informing you of the repair
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for status. If the radio is out of warranty,
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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Warranty
Warranty And Accessories
Limited 1-Year Warranty
For Products Purchased In The U.S.A.
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Electronics Corporation warrants that its Cobra®GMRS radios,
Cobra
and the component parts thereof, will be free of defects in workmanship
and materials for a period of one (1) 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.
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will, without charge, repair or replace, at its option, defective
Cobra
GMRS 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
if the product is repaired or replaced under warranty. This warranty gives
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’s expense,
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
or other damages; including, without limitation, damages resulting from
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shall not be liable for any incidental, consequential
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.
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Optional Accessories
You can find quality Cobra
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Cobra
dealer, or in the U.S.A., you can order directly from Cobra®.
Ordering From U.S.A.
Call 773-889-3087 for pricing or visit www.cobra.com.
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products and accessories at your local
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For credit card orders, complete and return this order form to fax
number 773-622-2269. Or call 773-889-3087 (Press 1 from the
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main menu) 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday.
Make check or money order payable to: Cobra
Accessories Dept., 6500 West Cortland Street, Chicago, IL 60707 U.S.A.
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