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TWO-WAY RADIO MODEL
CX80
Making Life Easier
And Safer
Staying in touch with your family and
riends is convenient and easy when using
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your microTALK
ses you will discover include:
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Communicating with others while hiking, biking,
nd working; keeping track of family and friends
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t a crowded public event; checking with travel
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companions in another car; talking with neighbors;
rranging meeting spots with others while
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shopping at the mall.
Talk Button
Press and hold to communicate with
others. With the microphone about
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your mouth, speak in a normal voice.
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finished talking and listen for a response.
You cannot receive incoming calls
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Trademark 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 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. which comprise the GMRS channels of this radio.
Serious penalties couldresult for unlicensed use of GMRS channels, in violation of FCC
rules. Operation of thisradio is subject to additional rules specified in47 C.F.R. Part 95.
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.
SafetyInformation 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.
NOTE 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 causeundesired operation.
FCC Warnings: Replacementor substitution of transistors,
regular diodes or other parts of a uniquenature, with parts other
than thoserecommended by Cobra may cause a violation of the
technical regulations of part 95 of the FCC rules, or violation of
Printed in China Part No. 480-500-P Version B
type acceptance requirements of part 2 of the rules.
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Belt Clip
Battery
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Customer Assistance
n this user’s guide, you should find all the information you need to operate your microTALK
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further assistance after reading this guide, Cobra Electronics offers the following customer assistance services:
or Assistance In The U.S.A.
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utomated Help Desk English only.
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24 hours a day, 7 days a week 773-889-3087 (phone).
ustomer Assistance Operators English and Spanish.
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8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday
except holidays) 773-889-3087 (phone).
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uestions English and Spanish.
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axes can be received at 773-622-2269 (fax).
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Combination
Speaker/
icrophone
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Charge Jack
LCD
Display
Call Button
Press and release to alert others that
you are calling. This tone is used only
to establish voice communications.
Product Service Questions
If you have any questions about operation or installing your new Cobra product,
or if you are missing parts…
Please call Cobrafirst! DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE!
See customerassistance above.
For Products Purchased In The U.S.A.
If your product should require factory service, please call Cobra first before
sending your radio. This will ensure the fastest turn-around time on your repair. You
may be asked to send your products to the Cobra factory. It will be necessary to
furnish the following to have 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 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 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 product is in warranty, upon receipt of your product it will either be
repaired or exchanged depending on the model.
Please allow approximately three (3) to four (4) weeks before contacting Cobra
for status. If the product is out of warranty, a letter will automatically be sent
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.
The Cobra®line of quality products includes:
CB Radios • microTALK
Handheld GPS Receivers • Mobile GPS Navigation Systems • HighGear®Accessories •
CobraMarine®VHF Radios • CobraMarine®Chartplotters • Power Inverters • Accessories
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English only. www.cobra.com
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For Assistance OutsideThe U.S.A.
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hannel Numbers
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hile in Standby mode or when selecting a
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hannel, shows current channel (1 through 22).
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hen adjusting the volume, shows current level
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Battery Low Icon
Blinks when battery power level is low.
Your microTALK
esigned to extend battery life. If there are
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no transmissions within ten (10) seconds,
he radio will automatically switch to Battery
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radio has a unique circuit
Save mode. This will not affect the radio’s
ability to receive incoming transmissions.
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Press and hold to turn the
adio On or Off.
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Press and release to
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change channels.
The channel numbers will
blink when that mode is
selected. Use the Up/ Down
buttons to select a channel.
Up/Down Buttons
Press and release to adjust
the volume.
While in mode function,
press and release to
change channels.
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Transmit Icon
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(1 through 8).
Maximum range may vary and is based on unobstructed
line-of-sight communication under ideal conditions.
Visible when
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Standby mode or when
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Installing Batteries
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PullLatch Up
Insert Batteries
Limited 1-Year Warranty On Radio(s)
For Products Purchased In The U.S.A.
Cobra Electronics Corporation warrantsthat its Cobra GMRS radios andthe component
parts thereof, will befree of defects inworkmanship andmaterials for a period of one year
from the dateof first consumer purchase. This warranty maybe enforced by the first
consumer purchaser, provided that the productis utilized within the U.S.A.
Cobra will, without charge, repair or replace, at its option, defective 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’s expense, if the product is repaired
or replaced under warranty. This warranty gives 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) Toany product damaged by accident; 2) In theevent of misuseor 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
particularpurpose are limited in durationto the length ofthis warranty.Cobra shall
not be liablefor 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.
To Install or Replace Batteries:
1. Remove belt clip by releasing belt clip
latch and sliding clip up.
. Pull up on the battery door latch to remove
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the battery compartment cover.
3. Insert three (3) AAA batteries. Position
atteries according to polarity markings.
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. Replace battery compartment cover
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and belt clip.
NOTE Do not mix old and new batteries.
Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc),
or rechargeable (ni-cad, ni-mh, etc) batteries.
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