Cobra Electronics 29BT2K17 Users manual
How to Use Your Cobra 29 LX MAX
Features ..................................................................................................................1
The CB Story ..........................................................................................................A1
FCC Regulations, FCC Warnings & Included Accessories
Controls & Indicators .........................................................................................A2
Our Thanks to You ..............................................................................................A3
Customer Support
Installation
Location & Mounting/Connection ...........................................................2
Antennas
CB Antenna & Marine Installation ............................................................6-7
Ignition Noise Interference.............................................................................7
Operating Your 29 LX MAX
Turning On Your CB ......................................................................................8
Setting Channel Selector.............................................................................9
Calibrate For SWR (Standing Wave Ratio).............................................10
To Receive .........................................................................................................12
Selecting a Channel & S-Meter .................................................................13
To Transmit.......................................................................................................14
Setting Dynamike® .............................................................................................15
Setting Talkback .............................................................................................15
Menu Mode ......................................................................................................16
Setting the Clock ............................................................................................17
Setting the Alarm ................................................................................................17
Setting the Count Down Timer .................................................................18
Key Tones Mode ..................................................................................................18
Radio Check Mode ..............................................................................................19
Setting Display Color Mode .......................................................................20
Setting Brightness Mode .............................................................................21
Turn NightWatch Illumination On/Off .......................................................21
Setting Contrast Mode .....................................................................................22
Bluetooth® Pairing ...................................................................................... 22-23
iRadar Smartphone App .......................................................................... 24-27
Downloading the App .................................................................................24
Pairing the Radio to Use with iRadar ......................................................24
AURA® Location Based Alerts ....................................................................25
iRadar® Community, Using Report Button, Radar Threat Alerts ...27
Rewind-Say-Again® ............................................................................................28
Playback Last Transmission .......................................................................28
Record 10 Second Memo ...........................................................................28
Weather Information .........................................................................................29
Weather Channels .........................................................................................29
Weather Alert Mode ......................................................................................30
Setting Weather Alert Scan and Auto Scan..........................................30
Software Version/Factory Settings ..........................................................31
NB-ANL/Off (Noise Blanker/Automatic Noise Limiter Switch) ......32
Setting Delta Tune & RF Gain Control ....................................................32
Program Memory Channels ...........................................................................33
Scan/Memory Scan, Scan Memory Channels & CB Channels ........34
Dimmer Control ..............................................................................................34
Setting Squelch...............................................................................................35
S/RF Meter ........................................................................................................36
External Speaker, Push-To-Talk & Mic Jack ...........................................37
Home And Office Set-Up .............................................................................38
Temporary Mobile Set-Up ..........................................................................39
How Your CB Can Serve You ..........................................................................40
A Few Rules You Should Know .................................................................40
Channel 9 Emergency Messages ..............................................................41
CB 10 Codes .....................................................................................................42
Frequency Ranges ..............................................................................................44
29 LX MAX Specifications ................................................................................45
Warranty Information .......................................................................................46
FCC Statement ...............................................................................................48-49
Optional Accessories .........................................................................................50
If You Need Service/Trademark Info ........................................ Back Cover
Features of This Product
• Selectable 4-Color LCD Display
• Advanced Bluetooth® Connectivity
• Rewind-Say-Again®
• Memo Record
• iRadar App Integration
• Report Feature
• NightWatch® Illumination
• 10 Weather Channels
• Weather Scan
• Emergency Weather Alert
• 40 CB Radio Channels
• 40 Channel Scan
• Memory Channels
• Channel Frequency Read-Out
• Radio Check Diagnostic
• Clock/Timer/Alarm
• Multi-Function Heavy-Duty Electret
Microphone with Phone, RewindSay-Again® & Report Functions
• Full 4 Watts AM RF Power Output
• SWR Calibration Meter
• Instant Channel 19 and 9
• Front Panel 6-Pin Microphone
Connector
• Switchable Automatic Noise Limiter
& Noise Blanker
• Adjustable Dynamike Boost
• Tactile Controls
• 9 Ft Mic Cord
• Programmable Dimmer Control
• RF Gain
• External Push-To-Talk Jack
• External Microphone Jack
Bluetooth® Features
• Dual Point Bluetooth®
• Caller I.D.
• A2DP Audio Streaming
• Phone Directory
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Installation
Note
The transceiver is held in the
universal mounting bracket by
two thumbscrews which allow
for adjustment at a convenient
angle.
Location
Plan a location of the transceiver and microphone
bracket before starting the installation.
Select a location that is convenient for operation, yet
does not interfere with the driver or the passenger.
The transceiver is usually mounted to the underside of
the dash with the microphone bracket beside it.
Mounting and Connection
1
Hold the radio with the mounting bracket in the
exact desired location. If there is no interference,
remove the bracket and use it as a template to
mark the location for the mounting screws.
Installation
ANT
EXT MIC EXT. PTT EXT.SP.
+POWER–
The bracket includes two
self-tapping screws and star
washers. The mounting must
be mechanically strong and
conveniently located.
2
Drill the pilot and secure the bracket.
3
Connect the antenna cable plug to the receptacle
marked “ANT” on the back of the unit.
continued
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Installation
1.5
2
3
CAL
NB/ANL
WX !
ESC
MEM SCAN
SCAN CH 9/19
DIM
CB/WX
DYNAMIKE
DELTA TUNE
T BACK
SWR
CAL
MIN OFF
Note
Before installing the CB
radio, visually check the
vehicle’s battery connection
to determine which terminal
is positive or negative. A
negatively grounded vehicle
has its negative lead grounded
to the chassis.
Note
Connecting to an accessory fuse
prevents the unit from being left
on accidentally, operating the
unit without running the engine
when the ignition is set to the
accessory position.
Note
The CB must be connected to
constant 12V power to use the
clock and alarm functions.
Note
When connected to an
accessory fuse, unit will self test
the emergency weather alert
automatically when ignition is
turned on. As a result, the CB
radio will briefly turn itself on
and then off again.
Note
The Clock/Timer feature needs
to be reset when connected to
a switched accessory fuse.
Note
The radio should be connected
to a constant 12V source to
maintain the time when the
radio is turned off. This should
also be considered if using the
radio’s alarm clock function.
4
Connect the red lead of the DC power cord to an
accessory 12 volt fuse or directly to the battery.
Connect the black lead to the negative side of the
vehicle electrical system. This is usually the chassis.
5
Any convenient location with a good electrical
contact (remove paint) may be used.
Installation
ANT
6
Plug the power cable into the back of the unit
marked “Power”. Be sure to observe polarity
markings.
Mount the microphone
7
bracket on either side of
the unit using the two
screws supplied.
The bracket should be
placed under the dash
so the microphone is
readily accessible.
NB/ANL
S/RF
SWR/CAL
8
Attach the microphone cable to the receptacle on
the front of the unit and install the unit in the
bracket securely.
EXT MIC EXT. PTT EXT.SP.
+POWER–
SWR
ANL
S/RF
RF
SWR
CAL
SIG
SQ
VOL
OFF MIN
1
3
RF GAIN
TX
RX
5
7
9
+30dB
MAX
H
S
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P
N
T
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N
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M
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Note
If the microphone is not
MEM
connected, audio will not
be heard at the speaker.
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