Cobra Electronics microTALK 650 User Manual
Two-Way Radio M od el MT 650
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1. Antenna
2. External Speaker/
Microphone/Charge Jack
3. Mode/Power Button
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4. Lock Button
5. Channel Select Buttons
6. Speaker/Microphone
7. Light/Max Range Button
8. Volume Control Buttons
9. Talk Button
10. CallButton
11. BeltClip
12. Battery Compartment
13. LockTab
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Printed inChina Part No.480-328-P Version B
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PR OD UC T FEAT UR ES
Features
• Two-Way Radio
with up to a5 km (3 mile) range
• 8 Channels*
• 38 CTCSS Privacy Codes
• 83 DCS Privacy Codes
• Backlit LCD Display
• Battery Saver Circuitry
• Maximum Range Extender
• Call Alert (5 selectable tones)
• Scan (Channel, Privacy Codes)
• Vox Mode for Hands-Free Operation
• Auto Squelch
• Selectable On/Off "Roger Beep" Confirmation Tone
• Key Lock
• External Speaker/Microphone/Charge Jack
• Belt Clip
• Rapid Charger and Rechargeable Batteries
*You are not allowed to use channels1 and 2in France.
This situationcan change; please contact the French radio licensing
authority formore information.
Product Information
This microTALK®radio has been manufactured to meet all
required standards for radio equipment using PMR 446
frequencies as authorized. The use of this two-way radio
product involves the public airways and its use may be
subject to local laws or regulations. Contact your radio
licensing authority for more information.
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1. Scan Icon
2. Roger Beep Icon
3. DCS Icon
4. Lock Icon
5. VOX Icon
6. CTCSS Icon
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7. Battery Low Icon
8. Privacy Code Numbers
9. Power Saver Icon
10. Main Channel Number
11. Receive/Transmit Icon
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Caring for Your Radio
Your microTALK®radio will give you years of trouble-free
service if cared for properly. Here are a few suggestions:
• Handle the radio gently.
• Keep it away from dust.
• Never put the radio in water or in a damp place.
• Avoid exposure to extreme temperatures.
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OP ER ATI ON
Rapid Charger and Rechargeable Batteries
To Insert Batteries in Radio:
1. Remove belt clipby releasing belt clip latch and slidingclip up.
2. Push up onlock tab to remove battery cover.
3. Insert batteries accordingto polarity markings.
NOTE: Estimated operationtime on full charge: 12 hours.
These rechargeable batteries mustbe recycled ordisposed of properlyin compliance with all applicable laws. They mustnot be thrown in the
rubbish bin. Some countries and localauthorities require recycling and have established collection programs. Pleasecontact your local waste
disposal authority for instructions.
WARNING: Do not putbatteries into fire orexpose to high heat.They may explode.
Rapid WallCharger
Insert Connector
For Charging Cobra’s microTALK
1. Check to seethat the batteries have been inserted properly. See above forbattery installationinstructions.
2. Insert round connectorof wall charger into the charge jack located atthe top ofthe radio. Thewall charger hastwo (2)
round connectors which enablesyou tocharge either one (1) or two (2) radios ata time.
3. Plug the wallcharger into electrical outlet. It normally takes about 3hours to fullyrecharge batteries.
It is notrecommended torechargebatteries more than 24hours. Estimated operation timeon a full charge is 12hours.
Use only the suppliedrechargeable batteries andwall charger forrecharging your CobramicroTALK
alkalinebatteries can alsobe used.
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Radio(s):
Lock TabRemove Belt Clip Insert Batteries
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radio. Non-rechargeable
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Radio Power
To Turn Your Radio On:
– Press and holdthe MODE/POWERbutton until you hear a series of audible tonesindicating that the radio is On.
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radio is now inLISTENING MODE,ready to receive transmissions. The radio is always inLISTENING MODE,
Your microTALK
except when the TALK, CALL or MODE/POWERbuttons are pressed.
To Turn Your Radio Off:
– Press and holdthe MODE/POWERbutton for two (2) seconds.
Battery Low Indicator
When batterypower islow, theBATTERY LOWindicator will blink, indicatingthat batteries should be rechargedor replaced.
WARNING: Only the suppliedNiMH batteries can berecharged.
Battery/Power Saver
If there areno transmissions within 10seconds, the unit will automatically switchto Battery Save mode andPOWERSAVER
will appear in the display. Thiswillnot affect the unit’s ability toreceive incoming transmissions.
Mode/Power
Button
Battery Low Icon
Power Saver Icon
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Communicating with Another Person
1. Press and holdthe TALK button.
2. With the microphoneabout 5 cm(2 inches) fromyour mouth, speakin a normal voice.
3. Release the buttonwhen you have finished talking and listen for aresponse.
You cannot receive incomingcalls while pressing the TALK button.
NOTE: Both radiosmust be tuned to the same channel andprivacy code to communicate.
Listening for a Response
– Release the TALK button to receiveincoming transmissions. Your microTALK®is always in LISTENINGMODE whilethe
TALK or CALLbuttons are notpressed.
Volume Buttons Volume Level
Call Button
– Press and releasethe CALLbutton.
The other person willhear atwo (2) second ringing tone. Youcannot send or receive transmissions during the two (2)
second call tone.
NOTE: Both radiosmust be tuned tothe same channel andprivacy code to communicate.
Channel Buttons Channels
To Adjust Volume
– Press the VOLUME UPor the VOLUMEDOWN buttons.
A dual beep soundis usedto indicate that you have reached the minimum (1)or maximum (8)
volume level.
To Select a Channel
– With theradio on, select anyof the eight(8) channels bypushing the CHANNEL UP or CHANNEL
DOWN button.
You can press andhold the CHANNELUP or CHANNELDOWN button forfast advance.
Talk Button
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5 cm (2Inches)
From Mouth
Listening
Call Button
NOTE: Both radiosmust be tuned tothe same channel andprivacy code (see “CTCSSPrivacy Codes” or “DCSPrivacy Codes”) to communicate.
Lock Function
The LOCK button locksthe CHANNELUP, CHANNEL DOWN and MODE/POWERbuttons to prevent
accidental operation.
To Use the Lock Function:
– Press and holdthe LOCKbutton for two (2) seconds to turn theLock On or Off.
A double beep soundis usedto confirm your Lock On or Off request.When the radio is in Lock Mode,
the Lock icon willbe displayed.
Lock Button Lock Icon
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