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Carrying your microTALK radio with
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The belt clip easily attaches to your belt,
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Owner’s Manual
Introduction
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
shop
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Customer Assistance
For Assistance in Canada or the U.S.A.
In this user’s manual, you should find all the information you need
to operate your microTALK
after reading this manual, Cobra E
customer assistance services:
Automated Help Desk
English. 24 hours a day, 7 days a week (773) 889 3087 (phone).
Customer Assistance Operators
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday to Friday
(except holidays) (514) 683-1771, ext. 2-264 (phone).
Questions
Faxes can be received at (514) 683-5307 (fax).
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Product Features
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1. Antenna
2. External Speaker/
Microphone/Charge Jack
3. Backlit LCD Display
4. Mode Button
5. Channel Up/Down Button
6. Hi-Low Power Button
7. Speaker/Mi
8. On/Off Power Button
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9. Lock/Enter Button
10. Volume Up/Down Button
11. Light/Max Range Button
12. Talk Button
13. Call Button
14. Wrist Strap Connector
15. Belt Clip
16. Battery Compartment
17. Battery Door Latch
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Features
• 22 Channels
Seven shared with
FRS/GMRS, seven
FRS only, eight
GMRS only
• 10 Channel NOAA
ALL Hazards Radio
• 142 Privacy Codes
(38 CTCSS codes/
3
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5
6
7
104 DCS codes)
• Hands-Free
Operation (VOX)
• VibrAlert
Silent Paging
• 10 Channel
Memory
• Signal
Strength Meter
• Scan
Channels, privacy
codes, memory
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In GMRS
• Backlit
LCD Display
• Button Lock
• Call Alert
10 selectable
tones
• Speaker/
Microphone/
Charge Jack
• Roger Beep
Selectable on/off
• Battery/
Power Saver
• Keystroke Tones
Selectable on/off
• Auto Squelch
• Maximum Range
Extender
• Belt Clip
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Product Features
Backlit LCD Display
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1. Signal Strength Meter Icon
2. Call Alert and
VibrAlert Icon
3. Lock Icon
4. Keystroke Tones Icon
5. DCS Icon
6. Roger Beep Icon
7. VOX Icon
8. NOAA All Hazards
Radio Icon
Maximum range may vary and is based on unobstructed
line-of-sight communication under ideal conditions.
Industry Canada Notice:
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1) this device may not cause interference, and
2) this device must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired operation of the
device.
«IC» before the equipment certification number signifies
that the Industry Canada technical specifications were
met. It does not guarantee that the certified product will
operate to the user’s satisfaction.
Important FCC Licensing Information
This radio operates on General Mobile Radio Service
(GMRS) frequencies which require a Federal
Communications Commission (FCC) license in the U.S.A.
See page 27 for licensing and other related information.
Warranty
Limited One-Year Warranty on Radio(s) & Charger
For Products Purchased in Canada
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9. Memory Icon
10. CTCSS Icon
11. Memory Location Number
12. Privacy Code Numbers
13. Receive/Transmit Icon
14. Hi-Med-Low Power Icons
15. Battery Low Indicator
16. Scan Icon
17. Power Saver Icon
18. Channel Numbers
Your new Cobra GMRS radios and charger are covered by a one-year
replacement warranty. If any manufacturing defect becomes apparent in this
product within one year from the original date of purchase, it will be
replaced. Please return the GMRS radio or charger to your dealer with
original or copy of dated proof of purchase
damages due to careless handling, negligence, accident, abuse or failure to
follow operating instructions. Alteration of this product or defacing of the
serial number cancels all obligations of this warranty. This warranty gives
you specified legal rights. Additional warranty rights may be provided by
law in some areas.
For Products Purchased in the U.S.A.
Cobra Electronics
charger, and the 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
purchaser, provided that the product is utilized within the U.S.A.
Cobra will, without charge, repair or replace, at its option, defectiv
radios, chargers, 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 w
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
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 l
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 Canada or the U.S.A.
Please contact your local dealer for warranty information.
90-Day Warranty on Cobra Lithium Ion Rechargeable Batteries
For products purchased in the U.S.A. and Canada.
Warranty
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Caring for Your microTALK Radio
Your microTALK radio will give you years of trouble-free service
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
Rechargeable Battery Pack and
Desktop Charger
To install or replace battery pack:
1. Remove belt clip by releasing belt clip
Pull Up Latch
Insert Battery Pack
latch and sliding clip up.
2. Pull up on the battery door latch to remove
the battery compartment cover.
3. Insert lithium ion battery pack. Position
battery pack as shown in radio.
4. Replace battery compartment cover
and belt clip.
Estimated operation time on full charge:
12 hours.
Rechargeable battery packs must be recycled
or disposed of properly in compliance with all
applicable laws. They may not be thrown in
the trash.
Certain states or municipalities require recycling
and have established collection programs. Please
contact your local waste removal authority for
instructions, or return to Cobra for recycling.
Wrap battery packs carefully and mail postage
prepaid to: Cobra Electronics Corporation, 6500
West Cortland Street, Chicago, IL 60707 USA,
Attn: Battery Recycling.
Do not put battery packs into fire or
expose to high heat. They may explode.
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Insert Radio(s)
Using Your Radio
For charging microTALK radio(s) in desktop
charger:
1. Insert radio(s) into desktop charger as shown.
2. Insert round connector of 120-volt adapter
into jack on back of charger.
3. Plug 120-volt adapter into electrical outlet.
If charging light is not on, check position of radio. Radio should be
upright. The charge indicator light will stay on as long as the radio
is in the charging well.
It normally takes a
Battery pack will not be damaged if it stays in the charging well
longer than that.
Note: To charge a single radio, you can bypass the desktop charger
and simply insert the wall adapter’s round connector directly into
the speaker/microphone/charge jack located on the top of the radio.
Use only the supplied rechargeable batteries and charger for
recharging yo
bout 15 hours to fully recharge b
obra microTALK radio.
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attery pack.
Cobra recommends your radio is turned off while being charged.
Quick Start
1. Press and hold the 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/privacy code 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.
On/Off Power
Battery Low
Battery Save Mode
Talk Button
2 Inches (5 cm)
from Mouth
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Turning on Your microTALK Radio
Press and hold the Power button until you
hear a series of audible tones indicating the radio
is on.
Your microTALK radio is now in Standby
mode, ready to receive transmissions. The radio
is always in Standby mode, except when the
Talk, Call, Mode or Power buttons are pressed.
Battery Low
When battery power is low, the Battery Low icon
will blink. Your batteries should be recharged.
Auto Battery Save
Your microTALK radio has a unique circuit
designed to extend battery life. If there are
no transmissions for 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.
Communicating with Another Person
1. Press and hold the Talk button.
2. With the microphone about 2 inches
(5 cm) from your mouth, speak in a
normal voice.
3. Release the Talk button when you are
finished talking and listen for a response.
You cannot receive incoming calls while
pressing the Talk button.
Both radios must be tuned to
the same channel/privacy code
to communicate.
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Channel Button
Channel Number
Listening
Call Button
Using Your Radio
Channels
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 by FRS and
GMRS. Channels 8 through 14 are FRS only.
Channels 15 through 22 are GMRS only.
See page 26 for FRS/GMRS frequency
allocations and compatibility charts.
Listening for a Response
Release the Talk button to receive incoming
transmissions. Your microTALK radio is always
in Standby mode while the Talk or Call buttons
are not pressed.
Call Button
To alert another person that you are calling:
– Press and release the Call button.
The other person will hear a two second
call tone. This tone is used only to establish
voice communications.
See page 24 on how to select from
10 available call tone settings.
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Hi-Low Button
Hi Power Icon
Medium Power Icon
Selectable High•Medium•Low
Power Output
When in close proximity to another party or during
favorable conditions, you can switch from High to
Medium to Low Power to extend battery life.
To switch from high to medium to low power:
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This feature applies to GMRS Channels
1 through 7 and 15 through 22 only.
Channels 8 through 14 operate
exclusively on low power.
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– Press and release the Hi•Low button.
When in High Power and using Channels 1
thr
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Light/Max Range
and 15 through 22, the Hi icon will
be visible in the LCD display.
When in Medium Power and using Channels 1
through 7 and 15 through 22, the Med icon will
be visible in the LCD.
When in Low Power or while using Channels 8
through 14, the Low icon will be visible in the
display.
To Illuminate Display
Press and release the Light/Max Range
button to illuminate the display for
10 seconds.
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Auto Squelch/Maximum Range
Your microTALK radio is equipped with Auto Squelch, which
automatically shuts off weak transmissions and unwanted noise
due to terrain and conditions. This slightly reduces the Maximum
Range at which signals can be heard.
You can turn off auto squelch to allow all signals to be
received and extend the maximum range of your radio.
Light/Max Range
To briefly turn off auto squelch:
– Press the Ligh
for less than five seconds.
If you hear two beeps, you have turned
the maximum range extender on (see below).
t/Max R
ange button
To turn maximum range extender on:
– Press and hold the Light/Max Range button
for at least five seconds until you hear
two beeps which indicates the maximum
range extender is on.
To turn maximum range extender off:
– Press and release the Light/Max Range
button or change channels.
Lock Feature
The Lock feature locks the Channel, Mode, Hi•Low and Power
buttons to prevent accidental operation.
Lock/Enter Button
Lock Mode
To turn the lock feature on or off:
– Press and hold the Lock/Enter button for
two seconds.
A double beep sound is used to confirm your
lock on or off request. When in Lock mode,
the Lock icon will be displayed.
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Speaker/Microphone/Charge Jack
Your microTALK radio can be fitted with an external Speaker/Microphone,
freeing your hands for other tasks. This same jack also serves as the
connecting point for the wall charger/adapter.
Speaker/Microphone/
Charge Jack
To attach a speaker/microphone:
1. Open the speaker/microphone/charge
tab on top of your microTALK radio.
2. Insert the plug into the speaker/
microphone/charge jack.
To connect a wall charg
1
. Open the speaker/microphone/charge
tab on top of your microTALK radio.
2. Insert the wall charger/adapter plug
into the speaker/microphone/charge jack.
Signal Strength
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Signal Strength Meter
Your microTALK radio has a Signal Strength
Meter that shows the strength of your incoming
and outgoing transmissions. The ascending bars
next to the signal strength indicate the strength
of the signal. The greater the number of bars
visible, the stronger the signal. The fewer
number of bars visible, the weaker the signal.
Your range will vary depending on terrain and conditions.
Maximum Range
Reduced Range
Reduced Range
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 t
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adio can communicate.
Remember, you can achieve maximum
range by using maximum range
extender. See page 6 for details.
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Mode Functions
Scrolling through Mode Functions
By scrolling through the Mode Functions, you will be able to
select or turn on/off preferred features of your microTALK radio.
When scrolling through the Mode Functions, your radio features
will be displayed in the following order:
Mode Button
Scroll through the mode functions using the Mode button. Each press
and release of the Mode button will advance to the next mode function.
Press the Talk button at any point to return the radio to Standby mod
Set CTCSS Privacy Codes
Set DCS Privacy Codes
Set NOAA All Hazards Radio Channel
Set VOX On/Off
Set VOX Sensitivity Level
Set Memory Locations
Set C
hannel Scan
Set CTCSS Privacy Code Scan
Set DCS Privacy Code Scan
Set Memory Location Scan
Set VibrAlert and/or Call Alert
Set Call Alert Tone Signal
Set Roger Beep On/Off
Set Keystroke Tones On/Off
Privacy Codes
Your microTALK radio incorporates two advanced coded squelch
systems that can help to reduce interference from other users
on any given channel. CTCSS (Continuous Tone Coded Squelch
System) provides 38 privacy codes and DCS (Digitally Coded
Squelch) provides 104 privacy codes. This provides a total of 142
Privacy Codes. Either system can be used on all channels, but both
systems cannot be
To successfully communicate using a privacy code, both
the sending and receiving radios must be tuned to the same
channel and to the same privacy code system (CTCSS or
DCS) and privacy code number. Each channel will remember
the last privacy code system and number you select.
The privacy code 00 is not a privacy code, but allows all
signals to be heard on a ch
the CTCSS and DCS systems.
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Mode Button
CTCSS Privacy Code
Channel Button
To select a CTCSS privacy code:
1. After selecting a channel, press the
Mode button until the CTCSS icon appears
and the small numbers flash on the display
(01 through 38).
2. Press using the Channel Up or Channel
Down button to select a CTCSS privacy
code. You can hold the Channel Up or
Channel Down button for fast advance.
3. When your desired CTCSS privacy code is
displayed, choose one of the following:
a. Press the Mode button to enter the new
setting and proceed to other functions.
b. P
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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If DCS is turned on at the channel
selected, the display will flash the
CTCSS icon and “OFF.” To switch from
DCS to CTCSS, press the Channel Up
or Channel Down button while the
display is flashing “OFF.” The disp
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ill then show the small numbers
flashing and you will then be able
to proceed to step 2.
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Mode Functions
Set DCS Privacy Codes
Mode Button
DCS Privacy Code
Channel Button
To select a DCS privacy code:
1. After selecting a channel, press the Mode
button until the DCS icon appears and the
small numbers flash on the display
(01 through 104).
NOTE
If CTCSS is turned on at the channel
selected, the display will flash the
DCS icon and “OFF.” To switch from
CTCSS to DCS, press the Channel Up
or Channel Down button while the
display is flashing “OFF.” The display
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flashing and you will then be able
to proceed to step 2.
2. Press using the Channel Up or Channel Down
button to select a DCS privacy code. You can
hold the Channel Up or Channel Down button
for fast advance.
3. When your desired DCS privacy code is
displayed, choose one of the following:
a. Press the Mode button to enter the new
setting and proceed to other functions.
b. Press the L
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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NOAA* All Hazards Radio Channels
You can use your microTALK radio to listen to NOAA All Hazards
Radio channels transmitting in your area.
Mode Button
Hazards Radio Icon
To listen to All Hazards Radio channels:
1. Press the Mode button until the WX (All
Hazards Radio) icon, the currently selected All
Hazards Radio channel, and signal strength
are displayed.
2. Use the Channel Up or Channel Down button
to change All Hazards Radio channels.
3. WX
be displayed when All Hazards Radio is on.
Channel Button
Choose one of the following:
a. Press the Mode button to proceed
to other functions.
b. Press the Lock/Enter button to exit All
Hazards Radio channels mode and return
to Standby mode.
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Mode Functions
Voice Activated Transmit (VOX)
In VOX mode, your microTALK radio can be used “hands-free,”
automatically transmitting when you speak. You can set the VOX
sensitivity level to fit the volume of your voice and avoid
transmissions triggered by background noise.
Mode Button
VOX Icon
To turn VOX mode on or off:
1. Press the Mode button until the VOX icon
flashes on the display. The current on or
off setting is displayed.
2. Press the C
button to turn VOX on or off.
hannel U
p or Channel Down
3. Choose one of the following:
a. Press the Mode button to enter the
Channel Button
Mode Button
VOX Sensitivity Level
Channel Button
selected on or off setting and proceed
to other functions.
b. Press the Lock/Enter button to enter
the selected on or off setting and return
to Standby mode.
To set VOX sensitivity:
1. Press the Mode button until the VOX icon
flashes and the current sensitivity level
is displayed.
The current s
with letters “LE” and a Number 01
through 05, with Number 05 being the
most sensitive level and Number 01
being the least sensitive level.
2. Press the Channel Up or Channel Down
button to change the setting.
ensitivity l
evel is displayed
3. Choose one of the following:
a. Press the Mode button to enter
the selected setting and proceed to
other functions.
b. Press the Lock/Enter button to
enter the selected sett
to Standby mode.
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10 Memory Locations
Your microTALK radio has 10 Memory Locations for storing
your most frequently used channels and channel/privacy code
combinations. These Memory Locations can be selected individually
or can be scanned. (See page 21 for memory location scan.)
Mode Button
Memory Icon
Channel Button
Lock/Enter Button
To program a memory location:
1. Press the Mode button until the
Memory icon and the memory location
flash on the display.
2. Press the Channel Up or Ch
button to select the memory location
(0 through 9).
3. Press the Lock/Enter button to enter
a new memory location or edit an already
programmed memory location. The channel
numbers will flash on the display.
4. Press the Channel Up or Channel Down
button to select a channel (1 through 22).
5. Pr
ess t
The CTCSS icon and privacy code
numbers will flash on the display.
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own
If a location has been programmed
before, its associated channel/privacy
code will be shown on the display.
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Mode Functions
6. Choose one of the following:
a. Press the Channel Up or Channel Down
button to select a CTCSS privacy code
(01 through 38) for the channel.
b. Press the Lock/Enter button to
switch from CTCSS to DCS. The DCS
icon and privacy code numbers will
flash on the display. The Channel Up
or Channel Down button can then be
used to select a DCS privacy code
(01 through 104) for the channel.
If “OFF” flashes in place
code numbers, a privacy code is
already set in the opposite (CTCSS
or DCS) system. Press the Channel Up
or Channel Down button to cancel
the opposite code and select a privacy
code from the active system for the
selected channel.
7. Choose one of the following:
a. Press the Lock/Enter button to enter
the channel/privacy code in the selected
memory location. Radio then proceeds to
next memory
b. Press the Mode button to
enter the channel/privacy code in
the selected memory location and
proceed to other functions on the
channel/privacy code displayed
before you entered mode functions.
c. Press the Talk button to enter the
channel/privacy code in the selected
memory location and exit mode functions.
Upon release of the Talk button, the
radio will enter Standby mode on th
c
hannel/privacy code just entered.
location, w
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f the privacy
hich will blink.
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If a location has been programmed
before, its associated channel/privacy
code will be shown on the display.
ocation.
A memory location can be reprogrammed
at any time it is displayed. Press the
Lock/Enter button to begin.
Mode Button
Memory Icon
Channel Button
Operation
To recall a stored memory channel location:
1. Press the Mode button until the Memory icon
and the memory location number flash on the
display.
2. Press the Channel Up or Channel Down
button to select a memory location
(0 through 9).
3. Press the Talk button to return to Standby
mode on the selected memory l
hile recalling a stored memory location,
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if you do not press any buttons for 15 seconds,
your radio will automatically return to Standby
mode on the channel/privacy code displayed
before you entered mode functions.
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Mode Button
Memory Icon
Channel Button
Lock/Enter Button
Channel 0
Mode Functions
To de-program a memory location:
1. Press the Mode button until the
Memory icon and the memory location
flash on the display.
2. Press the Channel Up or Channel Down
button to select the memory location
(0 through 9).
If a location has been programmed
before, its associated channel/privacy
code will be shown on the display.
3. Press the Lock/Enter button. The channel
numbers will flash on the display.
4. Press th
5. Choose one of the following:
While de-programming a memory location,
if you do not press any buttons for 15 seconds,
your radio will automatically return to Standby
mode on the channel/privacy code displayed
before you entered mode functions.
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button to select Channel 0.
a. Press the Lock/Enter button to enter
b. Press the Mode button to
hannel Up or Channel Down
the channel/privacy code in the selected
memory location and return to the
beginning of memory location options.
enter the channel/privacy code in
the selected memory location and
proceed to other functions on the
channel/privacy code displayed
before you
ntered mode functions.
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Channel Scan
Your microTALK radio can automatically scan channels.
Mode Button
Scanning Channels
Channel Button
To scan channels:
1. Press the Mode 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
hannels and stop if an incoming
c
transmission is detected. Your radio will
remain on that channel for 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
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, but more than
10 seconds after 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 no
receiving a scanned transmission, 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
return the radio to Standby mode.
b. Press the Mode 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 19
for further details).
c. Press the Lock/Enter button to return to Standby mode
on the channel/privacy co
entered mode functions or the channel on which, during
scanning, you last received a transmission.
Mode Functions
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ress any button within 10 seconds after
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Privacy Code Scan
Your microTALK radio can automatically scan the Privacy
Codes (either CTCSS 01 through 38 or DCS 01 through 104)
within one channel. Only one set of privacy codes (CTCSS
or DCS) can be scanned at a time.
Select Channel
Mode Button
Scan Privacy Codes
Channel Button
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 button until ei
or the DCS icon appears on the display and
the Scan icon and the privacy code numbers
flash on the display.
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 radi
w
ill remain on that channel/privacy code for
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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Operation
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
b. Press the Channel Up or Channel Down button to
resume scanning privacy codes.
If you press the Talk button while scanning, but more than
10 seconds after receiving a transmission, you will transmit
on the channel/privacy code on which you last received a
transmission. This will then return the radio to Standby mode.
If you do not press any button within 1
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 retur
b. Press the Mode button to proceed to set memory location
scan (see page 21 for further details).
c. Press the Lock/Enter 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.
Mode Functions
hannel/privacy code and return to Standby mode.
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econds, your
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he radio to Standby mode.
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Memory Location Scan
Your microTALK radio can automatically scan up to
10 programmed Memory Locations.
If there are one or fewer memory locations
programmed in your radio, the scan memory
locations option will not be available. To program
at least two memory locations, see program
memory locations on page 13.
Mode Button
To scan memory locations:
1. Press the Mode button until the Scan icon,
Memory icon and the memor
number flash on the display.
Scanning Locations
Channel Button
2. Press the Channel Up or Channel Down
button to begin scanning memory locations.
The Scan icon and the Memory icon will
continue to be displayed when memory
location scan is on. Your radio will continue
to scan memory locations and stop if an
incoming transmission is detected. Your
radio will remain on that memory location
for 10 seconds.
While setting memory location
do not press any buttons for 15 seconds,
your radio will automatically return to
Standby mode on the channel/privacy code
displayed before you entered mode functions.
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Operation
During memory location scan (while receiving an Incoming
transmission), you can choose from the following:
a. Press and hold the Talk button to communicate on that
memory location.
b. Your radio will remain on that memory location and return to
Standby mode. Press the Channel Up or Channel Down button
to resume scanning memory locations.
Mode Functions
c. After 10 seconds of inactivity, unit starts scan again.
If you press
10 seconds after receiving a transmission, you will transmit on
the memory location on which, during scanning, you last received
a transmission.
If you do not press any button within 10 seconds, your radio
will automatically resume scanning memory locations.
During memory location scan (while not receiving a
transmission), you can choose from the followi
the Ta
lk button while scanning, but more than
ng:
. Press and hold the Talk button to communicate on the
a
channel/privacy code that was displayed before you entered
mode functions or memory location on which, during
scanning, you last received a transmission.
b. Press the Mode button to proceed to other functions.
c. Press the Lock/Enter button to return to Standby mode
on the channel/privacy code that was displayed before you
entered mode functions or th
during scanning, you last received a transmission.
To reduce the number of memory locations being scanned,
you may de-program any unwanted locations. (See page 16
to de-program a memory location.)
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emory location on which,
Operation
Customer Assistance WarrantyIntroduction
VibrAlert and Call Alert
Your microTALK radio can alert you to incoming signals by
sounding an audible call tone, by vibrating silently or both.
Mode Button
Channel Button
To change call settings:
1. Press the Mode button
until the Call Setting icon
flashes on the display.
The current setting (“01”
vibrate + ring, “02” vibrate
only or “03” ring only)
is displayed.
2. Press the Channel Up or
Channel Down button to
change the call setti
ng.
VibrAlert + Ring
VibrAlert Only
Ring Only
3. Choose one of the following:
a
. Press the Mode button
to enter the new setting
and proceed to other functions.
b. Press the Lock/Enter button to enter the
new setting and return to Standby mode.
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Mode Functions
10 Call Tone Settings
You can choose from 10 different call tone settings to transmit
a unique call alert.
Mode Button
Call Tone Setting
To change a call tone setting:
1. Press the Mode button until the
letter “C” and the current call tone number
(01 through 10) is displayed.
2. Press the Channel Up or Channel Down
button to hear the other call tone settings.
3. Choose one of the following:
a. Press the Mode button to enter the new
setting an
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Channel Button
b. Press the Lock/Enter button to enter the
new setting and return to Standby mode.
roceed to other functions.
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Keystroke Tones
With Keystroke Tones turned on, your radio will sound
beeps each time you press a button or change a setting.
Mode Button
Keystroke Tones On
To change keystroke tones:
1. Press the Mode button until the Keystroke
Tones icon flashes on the display. The
current on or off setting is displayed.
2. Press the Channel Up or Channel Down
button to turn keystroke tones on or off.
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3. Choose one of the following:
Channel Button
a. Press the Mode button to ente
setting and return to Standby mode.
b. Press the Lock/Enter button to enter the
new setting and return to Standby mode.
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he new
Roger Beep Confirmation Tone
Roger Beep is an audible tone that your listener will hear 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 Button
Roger Beep On
To turn roger beep on or off:
1. Press the Mode button until the
Roger Beep icon flashes on the display.
The current on or off setting is displayed.
2. Press the Channel Up or Channel Down
button to selec
t r
oger beep on or off.
3. Choose one of the following:
a. Press the Mode button to enter
the new setting and proceed to other
Channel Button
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b. Press the Lock/Enter button to enter the
new setting and return to Standby mode.
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General Specifications
Operation
General Specifications
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.
= Channel No. for 22 Channel FRS/GMRS Models
A
B = Channel No. for 15 Channel GMRS Models
C = Type of Radio Service
D = Frequency in MHz
E = Power Output
AB
1 1 FRS/GMRS 462.5625 High, Med, or Low
2 2 FRS/GMRS 462.5875 High, Med, or Low
3 3 FRS/GMRS 462.6125 High, Med, or Low
4 4 FRS/GMRS 462.6375 High, Med, or Low
5 5 FRS/GMRS 462.6625 High, Med, or Low
6 6 FRS/GMRS 462.6875 High, Med, or Low
7 7 FRS/GMRS 462.7125 High, Med, or Low
8 FRS 467.5625 Low
9 FRS 467.5875 Low
10 FRS 467.6125 Low
11 FRS 467.6375 Low
12 FRS 467.6625 Low
13 FRS 467.6875 Low
14 FRS 467.7125 Low
15 11 GMRS 462.5500 High, Med, or Low
16 8 GMRS 462.5750 High, Med, or Low
17 12 GMRS 462.6000 High, Med, or Low
18 9 GMRS 462.6250 High, Med, or Low
19 13 GMRS 462.6500 High, Med, or Low
20 10 GMRS 462.6750 High, Med, or Low
21 14 GMRS 462.7000 High, Med, or Low
22 15 GMRS 462.7250 High, Med, or Low
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LICENSING
For Products Used in Canada
Customer Assistance
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Industry Canada Notice
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1) this device
may not cause interference, and 2) this device must accept any
interference, including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
«IC» before the equipment certification number signifies that the
Industry Canada technical specifications were met. It does no
g
uarantee that the certified product will operate to the user’s
t
satisfaction.
For Products Used in the U.S.A.
FCC Licensing 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 rad
use of GMRS channels; operation of this radio is subject to additional
erious penalties could result for unlicensed
io. S
rules specified in 47 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 G
prudent with the length of their transmission time.
MRS users, and being
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.
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 may cause undesired operation.
FCC Warnings: Replacement or substitution of transistors, regular diodes or
other parts of a unique nature, with parts other than
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.
those recommended by
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Customer Assistance
Product Service
Product Service
If you have any questions about operation or installing your new
Cobra product, or if you are missing parts… PLEASE CALL COBRA
FIRST...do not return this product to the store. See customer
assistance on page A1.
For Products Purchased in Canada
If your product should require factory service, please call AVS Technologies
Inc. at 514-683-1771 ext. 2-264 before sending your radio. For out o
w
arranty service, ship this product prepaid to: AVS Technologies Inc.
(A Division of SYNNEX Canada Limited), 3300 Côte-Vertu, Ste 310 Ville
St-Laurent, Québec, CANADA H4R 2B7, www.cobra.ca. We reserve the right
to repair or replace the radio with an equivalent product. Please include the
following information: Date of Purchase, Model Number, Dealer Purchased
From, Dealer Address, Dealer Phone Number
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or 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 radio 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 or proof-of purcha
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, use the
original packing material.
) Ship prepaid and insured by way of a traceable carrier such as United
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Parcel Service (UPS) or Priority 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 t
status. If the radio 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 Canada or the U.S.A.
Please contact your local dealer for product service information.
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Safety and Trademark
Customer Assistance
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Safety Information for microTALK®Radios
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 Commission (FCC) adopted RF exposure guidelines
with safety levels for handheld wireless devices.
Important:
CC RF Exposure Requirements: For body-worn operation, this radio
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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 m
violate FCC regulations.
Normal Position:
Hold the transmitter approximately five cm (two inches) from your face
and speak in a normal voice, with the antenna pointed up and away.
Trademark Acknowledgement
Cobra®, microTALK®, Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra®, VibrAlert
and the snake design are registered trademarks of Cobra Electronics
Corporation, USA. Cobra Electronics Corporation™ is a trademark
of Cobra Electronics Corporation, USA.
The Cobra line of quality products includes
CB Radios • microTALK®Radios • Radar/Laser Detectors •
Safety Alert
Systems • HighGear
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Traffic Warning Systems • Mobile GPS Navigation
®
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