Cobra Electronics MR HH400 EU User Manual 2

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Our Thanks to You and

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing a CobraMarine™VHF radio. Properly used, this product will give you many years of reliable service.

How Your CobraMarine

This radio is a battery powered portable transceiver for use afloat. It gives you 2-way vessel-to-vessel and vessel-to-shore station communications, primarily for safety and secondarily for navigation and operational purposes. With it, you

Owner’s Manual

can call for help, get information from other boaters, talk to lock or bridge tenders and make radiotelephone calls to anywhere in the world through a marine operator.

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Should you encounter any problems with this product, or not understand its many features, please refer to this owner’s manual. If you require further assistance after reading this manual, please contact your local dealer.

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VHF MARINE RADIO

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MR HH400 EU

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Introduction

Squelch Knob

On-Off Power/ Volume Knob

Backlight/ Key Lock Button

Talk Button

Channel Up/Down Buttons

UIC Button

Antenna

Radio Controls and Indicators

Belt Clip Engagement Knob

Battery Compartment

Wrist Strap Connector

Memory Button

Backlit LCD Screen

Introduction

Backlit LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Screen

Transmit Icon

Button Lock Icon

Power Icon

and Product Features

Tri Watch

Icon

Scan

Icon

Battery

Simplex

Operation

Channel Numbers

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Memory Icon

Memory Location Number

High/Low Power Icons

Transmit/Received Signal Strength Icons

U-I-C Active Channel Map Icons

Introduction

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Introduction

Table of Contents

Our Thanks to You . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A1

Customer Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A1

Radio Controls and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A2

Backlit LCD Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A3

Product Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A3

Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Recommendations for Marine Communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

VHF Marine Radio Protocols

Licensing Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

VHF Marine Radio Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Voice Calling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Radiotelephone Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Emergency Messages and Distress Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

VHF Marine Channel Assignments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

High/Low Power Button

Speaker/ Microphone

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Scan Button

Backlit LCD Screen

Instant Channel 16 Button

Tri-Watch Button

Charging Contacts

Product Features

Dual Power

Selectable to 1 or 5 watts output power for near or distant calling.

International/Canada/U.S.A. Channels

Allows operation on any of the three different channel maps established for these areas.

Waterproof

Submersible to 1 metre of water for 30 minutes — meets JIS7 Standards.

Channel Scan/Memory Scan

Lets you scan through all channels or up to ten selected memory locations to find conversations in progress.

Button Lock

Prevents accidental changes to your settings when you set this feature.

Instant Channel 16

Instant access to priority Channel 16.

Tri-Watch

Lets you monitor three channels at once — Channel 16 and two user programmable channels.

Six AA Rechargeable NiMH Batteries Included

Provides extended operating time compared to alkaline batteries with no memory effect.

Drop-in AC/DC Desk Charger Included

Lets you charge the batteries right in the radio — at home, in your car or in your boat. In addition, a UKcompatible connector is included.

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Installation

Included in this Package . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Antenna, Wrist Strap and Belt Clip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Batteries and Charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Operating Your Radio

Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Standby/Receive and Transmit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Advanced Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Declaration of Conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

CE Marking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

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Introduction

Important Safety Information

Introduction

Important Safety Information

Before assembling and using your CobraMarine™VHF radio, please read these general precautions and warnings.

Warning and Caution Statements

To make the most of this radio, it must be assembled and used properly. Please read the assembly and operating instructions carefully before assembling and using it. Special attention must be paid to the statements in this manual.

WARNING

Statements identify conditions that could result in personal injury or loss of life.

CAUTION

Statements identify conditions that could cause damage to the radio or other equipment.

WARNING and CAUTION

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General Precautions

The following WARNINGS and CAUTIONS will make you aware of RF exposure hazards and how to assure you operate the radio within the recommended RF exposure limits established for it.

WARNINGS

Your CobraMarine™radio generates electromagnetic RF (radio frequency) energy when it is transmitting. To ensure that you and those around you are not exposed to excessive amounts of that energy (beyond recommended allowable limits for occupational use):

ALWAYS hold the radio, especially the antenna, at least 5 cm away from you when you are transmitting.

NEVER allow the antenna to touch any part of your body when transmitting. KEEP the radio and antenna at least as far from bystanders as from yourself. DO NOT operate the radio without the supplied antenna or a Cobra Electronics

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authorized replacement attachment. In addition to the RF energy

exposure hazard, doing so may damage the radio. DO NOT transmit more than 50% of the time the radio is in use — 50%

duty cycle. The radio is transmitting when the Talk button is pressed and the Transmit icon shows on the LCD screen.

ALWAYS use only Cobra Electronics Corporation™authorized accessories (antennas, batteries, belt clips, etc.).

DO NOT operate the radio where RF energy generated during transmission may cause electromagnetic interference or incompatibility with other devices or systems. This includes aircraft, blasting sites and hospitals.

TURN OFF the radio in explosive atmospheres and where signs are posted prohibiting radio transmissions.

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Failure to observe any of these warnings may cause you to exceed recommended RF exposure limits or create other dangerous conditions.

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Introduction

Important Safety Information

Introduction

Recommendations for Marine Communication

CAUTIONS

Your radio is only waterproof when the antenna and batteries are properly installed.

AVOID using or storing the radio at temperatures below -20˚C or above 60˚C.

KEEP your radio at least 1m away from your vessel’s magnetic navigation compass.

DO NOT attempt to service any internal parts yourself. Have any necessary service performed by a qualified technician.

This radio is supplied with six NiMH (Nickel-Metal Hydride) rechargeable batteries.

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Use only the CobraMarine™charger to recharge

NiMH batteries in the radio.

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Do not short circuit the battery pack.

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When replacing the batteries, dispose of the old batteries properly.

NiMH batteries may explode if disposed of in a fire.

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The charger is to be used for charging purposes only.

It is not to be used during normal operation.

Changes or modifications to your radio MAY VOID its compliance with government rules and make it illegal to use.

Recommendations for Marine Communication

The frequencies your radio uses are set aside to enhance safety afloat and for vessel navigation and operational messages over a range suitable for nearshore voyages. If the 5 watt maximum output of your radio isn’t sufficient for the distances you travel from the coast, consider installing a CobraMarine

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fixed mount radio with up to 25 watts of

output power. (Visit www.cobra.com or your local dealer for model availability.) If you will be going far offshore, you should consider adding even more powerful

radio equipment such as HF single side band or satellite radio for your vessel. The coastguard does not endorse mobile phones as substitutes for marine radios.

They generally cannot communicate with rescue vessels and, if you make a distress call on a mobile phone, only the party you call will be able to hear you. Additionally, mobile phones may have limited coverage over water and can be hard to locate. If you don’t know where you are, the coastguard will have difficulty finding you if you’re using a mobile phone.

However, mobile phones can have a place on board where mobile coverage is available — to allow social conversations and keep the marine frequencies uncluttered and available for their intended uses.

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Licensing Information

VHF Marine Radio ProtocolsVHF Marine Radio Protocols

VHF Marine Radio Procedures

Licensing Information

The radio operates on all currently allocated marine channels and is switchable for use according to International, Canadian or U.S.A. regulations. It features instant access to emergency Channel 16 by pressing one key.

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VHF radios comply with the U.S. FCC (Federal Communications

Commission) requirements that regulate the Maritime Radio Service.

Station License

The UK requires a ships radio license and a marine radio operator’s certificate before transmitting equipment can be used aboard a vessel. Other European countries have specific requirements of their own.

For detailed information and applications, contact the Radio Licensing Centre run by Royal Mail in the UK. In other countries contact the relevant national postal or telecommunications authority.

Canadian or U.S.A. Station License

If your vessel will be entering the sovereign waters of Canada or the U.S.A., you should contact Industry of Canada, Radio Regulatory Branch or the U.S. Federal Communications Commission for licensing and operating information.

Radio Call Sign

A radio call sign is included as part of the ships radio license in the UK. Other countries may have different practices; contact your local regulatory authority for information.

User Responsibility and Operating Locations

All users are responsible for observing domestic and foreign government regulations and are subject to severe penalties for violations. The VHF frequencies on your radio are reserved for marine use and require a special license to operate from land, including when your boat is on its trailer.

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VHF Marine Radio Procedures

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Maintain Your Watch

Whenever your boat is underway, the radio must be turned On and be tuned to Channel 16 except when being used for messages.

Power

Try 1 watt first if the station being called is within a few kilometres. If there is no answer, switch to a higher power. This will conserve your battery and minimize interference to other users.

Calling Coast Stations

Call a coast station on its assigned channel. You may use Channel 16 when you do not know the assigned channel.

Calling Other Vessels

Call other vessels on Channel 16. You may also call on ship-to-ship channels when you know that the vessel is listening on a ship-to-ship channel.

Limits on Calling

You must not call the same station for more than 30 seconds at a time. If you do not get a reply, wait at least 2 minutes before calling again. After three calling periods, wait at least 15 minutes before calling again.

Change Channels

After contacting another station on a calling channel, change immediately to a channel which is available for the type of message you want to send.

Station Identification

Identify your station by your call sign, ship name or other official number at both the beginning and end of each message.

Prohibited Communications

You MUST NOT transmit:

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False distress or emergency messages.

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Messages containing obscene, indecent or profane words or meaning.

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General calls, signals or messages (messages not addressed to a particular station) on Channel 16, except in an emergency or if you are testing your radio.

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When you are on land.

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VHF Marine Radio Protocols VHF Marine Radio Protocols

Voice Calling

Radiotelephone Calls

Voice Calling

To call another vessel or a shore installation such as a lock or bridge tender:

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Make sure your radio is On.

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Select Channel 16 and listen to make sure it is not being used.

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When the channel is quiet, press the Talk button and call the ship you wish to contact. (Hold the radio at least 5 cm from your face and speak directly into it in a normal tone of voice — clearly and distinctly.) Say “[name of station being called] THIS IS [your vessel’s name or call sign]”.

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Once contact is made on the calling channel, you must switch to a proper working channel. See the channel listing on page 14 – 23.

For Example

The vessel Corsair calling the vessel Vagabond:

“Vagabond, this is Corsair.”

Corsair: Vagabond: “Corsair, this is Vagabond. Reply 72 (or any proper working channel).” Corsair: “72.” or “Roger.”

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After communications are completed, each vessel must sign off with its call sign or vessel name and switch to Channel 16.

NOTE

For the best sound quality at the station you’re calling, hold the radio at least 5 cm from your mouth and slightly off to one side. Speak in a normal tone of voice.

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Radiotelephone Calls

Boaters may make and receive radiotelephone calls to and from any number on

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the telephone network by using the services of public coast stations. Calls can be made — for a fee — between your VHF radio and telephones on land, sea and in the air. See pages 14 – 23 for the public correspondence (marine operator) channels.

If you plan to use these services, consider registering with the operator of the public coast station that you plan to work through. Those services can provide you with detailed information and procedures to follow.

CAUTION

You may disclose privileged information during a radiotelephone call. Keep in mind that your transmission is NOT private, as it is on a regular telephone. Both sides of the conversation are being broadcast and can be heard by anyone who has a radio and tunes to the channel you are using.

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Emergency Messages

VHF Marine Radio Protocols VHF Marine Radio Protocols

and Distress Procedure

Emergency Messages and Distress Procedure

The ability to summon assistance in an emergency is the primary reason to have a VHF marine radio. The marine environment can be unforgiving, and what may initially be a minor problem can rapidly develop into a situation beyond your control.

The coastguard monitors Channel 16, responds to all distress calls, and coordinates all search and rescue efforts. Depending on the availability of other capable vessels or commercial assistance operators in your vicinity, coastguard or coastguard auxiliary craft may be dispatched.

In any event, do communicate with the coastguard as soon as you experience difficulties and before your situation becomes an emergency. Use the emergency message procedures only after your situation has become grave or you are faced with a sudden danger threatening life or property and requiring immediate help. If you are merely out of fuel, do not send an emergency message. Drop your anchor and call a friend or marina to bring the fuel you need or give you a tow.

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Marine Emergency Signals

The three spoken international emergency signals are:

YDAY

The distress signal

MAYDAY is used to indicate that a station is threatened

by grave and imminent danger and requests immediate assistance.

AN PAN

The urgency signal

PAN PAN is used when the safety of the vessel or person

is in jeopardy. (This signal is properly pronounced pahn-pahn.)

SECURITE

The safety signal

SECURITE is used for messages about the safety of navigation or

important weather warnings. (This signal is properly pronounced see-cure-it-tay.)

When using an international emergency signal, the appropriate signal is to be spoken three times prior to the message.

If You Hear a Distress Call

You must give any message beginning with one of these signals priority over any other messages. for the duration of the emergency unless the message relates directly to the emergency.

If you hear a distress message from a vessel, stand by your radio. If it is not answered,

YOU should answer. If the distressed vessel is not nearby,

wait a short time for others who may be closer to acknowledge. Even if you cannot render direct assistance, you may be in a position to relay the message.

ALL stations MUST remain silent on Channel 16

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Emergency Messages

VHF Marine Radio Protocols VHF Marine Radio Protocols

and Distress Procedure

Emergency Messages and Distress Procedure

Marine Distress Procedure

Speak slowly — clearly — calmly.

1. Make sure your radio is On.

2. Select VHF Channel 16.

3. Press Talk button and say:

“MAYDAY — MAYDAY — MAYDAY” (or “PAN PAN — PAN PAN — PAN PAN” or “SECURITE — SECURITE — SECURITE”)

4. Say:

“THIS IS [your vessel name or call sign].”

5. Say:

“MAYDAY” (or “PAN PAN” or “SECURITE”) [your vessel name or call sign].

6. Tell where you are:

(Your position or what navigational aids or landmarks are near.)

7. State the nature of your distress.

8. State the kind of assistance needed.

9. Give number of persons aboard and conditions of any injured.

10. Estimate present seaworthiness of your vessel.

11. Briefly describe your vessel (length, type, colour, hull).

12. Say:

“I WILL BE LISTENING ON CHANNEL 16.”

13. End message by saying:

“THIS IS [your vessel name or call sign] OVER.”

14. Release Talk button and listen. Someone should answer.

If not, repeat the call, beginning at item 3 above.

For medical problems such as crew hit by sailboat boom or heart trouble, make a PAN PAN call as above with the word medico added.

“PAN PAN MEDICO — PAN PAN MEDICO — PAN PAN MEDICO” The coastguard will try to link you to a doctor who can give

expert advice and evaluate the need for evacuation.

Keep the radio nearby. Even after your message has been received, the coastguard can find you more quickly if you can transmit a signal for a rescue boat to home in on.

For Example

“Mayday — Mayday — Mayday” “This is Corsair — Corsair — Corsair” “Mayday Corsair” “Point Lynas bears 220 degrees magnetic — distance 5 kilometres” “Struck submerged object and flooding — need pump and tow” “Four adults, three children aboard — no one injured” “Estimate we will remain afloat one-half hour” “Corsair is an 8 metre sloop with blue hull and tan deck house” “I will be listening on Channel 16” “This is Corsair” “Over”

It is a good idea to write out a script of the message form and post it where you and others on your vessel can see it when an emergency message needs to be sent.

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VHF Marine

VHF Marine Radio Protocols VHF Marine Radio Protocols

Channel Assignments

VHF Marine Channel Assignments

Three sets of VHF Channel Maps have been established for marine use internationally, in Canada and in the U.S.A. Most of the channels are the same for all three maps, but there are definite differences (see table on the following pages). Your radio has all three maps built into it and will operate correctly in whichever area you choose. When shipped from the factory, your radio will be set to the International Channel Map. (See page 32 for instructions on how to change the Channel Map.)

The following is a brief outline of the channel assignments in the International Channel Map.

Distress, Safety and Calling

Channel 16

Getting the attention of another station (calling) or in emergencies (distress and safety).

Intership Safety

Channel 6

Ship-to-ship safety messages and for search and rescue messages to coastguard ships and aircraft.

On-Board Communication

Channel 15

Used for communication between parts of large ships.

Non-Commercial

Channels 68, 72

Working channels for small vessels. Messages must be about needs of the vessel, such as fishing reports, berthing and rendezvous. Use Channel 72 only for ship-to-ship messages.

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Commercial

Channels 8, 9, 10, 11, 17, 67, 88, 88A

Working channels for working ships only. Messages must be about business or needs of the ship. Use Channels 8, 67, 88 and 88A only for ship-to-ship messages.

Public Correspondence (marine operator)

Channels 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 60, 61, 62, 63, 64, 65, 66, 78, 82, 84, 85, 86, 87, 88

For calls to marine operators at public coast stations. You can make and receive telephone calls through these stations.

Port Operations

Channels 4, 5, 7, 12, 14, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 61, 62, 63, 64, 65, 66, 69, 71, 73, 74, 77, 79, 80, 81, 82, 83

Used for directing the movement of ships in or near ports, locks or waterways. Messages must be about operational handling, movement and safety of ships.

Navigational

Channels 13, 67

Channels are available to all vessels. Messages must be about navigation, including passing or meeting other vessels. These are also the main working channels for most locks and drawbridges. You must keep your messages short and power output at no more than 1 watt.

Digital Selective Calling

Channel 70

This channel is set aside for distress, safety and general calling using only digital selective calling techniques. Voice communication is prohibited; your radio cannot transmit voice messages on this channel.

NOTE

The U.S.A. and Canada impose restrictions on the use of many channels within their territorial waters. These are noted in the channel assignment chart. If operating your vessel in U.S.A. or Canadian waters, consult the national communication authority or a knowledgeable local radio operator for further guidance

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VHF Marine Channel Assignments

VHF Marine

VHF Marine Radio ProtocolsVHF Marine Radio Protocols

Channel Assignments

Channel Channel Map Frequency Power

Number Int’l Canada USA Transmit Receive Limits

01A

02 •• 156.100 160.700 03 •• 156.150 160.750

03A • 156.150 156.150

04 • 156.200 160.800

04A • 156.200 156.200

05 • 156.250 160.850

05A ••156.250 156.250

06 • • • 156.300 156.300 07 • 156.350 160.950

07A ••156.350 156.350

08 •••156.400 156.400 09 • • • 156.450 156.450 10 •••156.500 156.500 11 •••156.550 156.550 12 • • • 156.600 156.600

13 14 •••156.700 156.700

15 • Rx Only 156.750 15 •• 156.750 156.750 1 Watt INT and CAN 16 • • • 156.800 156.800 17 •••156.850 156.850 1 Watt CAN

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156.050 160.650

156.050 156.050

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156.650 156.650 1 Watt CAN and USA

Channel Use

01 Public Correspondence (marine operator)

01A Port Operations and Commercial; VTS in selected areas

02 Public Correspondence (marine operator) 03 Public Correspondence (marine operator)

03A Government Only

04 Public Correspondence (marine operator); Port Operations; Ship Movement

04A West Coast (coastguard only); East Coast (commercial fishing)

05 Public Correspondence (marine operator); Port Operations; Ship Movement

05A Port Operations; VTS in selected areas

06 Intership Safety 07 Public Correspondence (marine operator); Port Operations; Ship Movement

07A Commercial

08 Commercial (intership only) 09 Boater Calling Channel; Non-Commercial (recreational) 10 Commercial 11 Commercial; VTS in selected areas 12 Port Operations; VTS in selected areas 13 Intership Navigation Safety (bridge-to-bridge); in U.S. waters,

large vessels maintain a listening watch on this channel 14 Port Operations; VTS in selected areas 15 Environmental (receive only); used by class C EPIRB’s. 15 International (on-board communication); Canada (EPIRB buoys only)

16 International Distress, Safety and Calling

17 State Controlled (U.S.A. only)

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Channel Assignments

VHF Marine Channel Assignments

Channel Channel Map Frequency Power

Number Int’l CanadaU.S.A. Transmit Receive Limits

18A

19A

20A

21A

22A

23A

24 25 26 27 28 60 61

61A

62A

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156.900 161.500

156.900 156.900

156.950 161.550

156.950 156.950

157.000 161.600 1 Watt CAN

157.000 157.000

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157.050 161.650

157.050 157.050

157.100 161.700

157.100 157.100

157.150 161.750

157.150 157.150

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157.200 161.800

157.250 161.850

157.300 161.900

157.350 161.950

157.400 162.000

156.025 160.625

156.075 160.675

156.075 156.075

156.125 160.725

156.125 156.125

Channel Use

18 Port Operations; Ship Movement

18A Commercial

19 Port Operations; Ship Movement

19A Commercial

20 International (port operations, ship movement); Canada (coastguard only)

20A Port Operations

21 Port Operations; Ship Movement

21A U.S. (government only); Canada (coastguard only)

22 Port Operations; Ship Movement

22A U.S. and Canadian coastguard Liaison and Maritime Safety Information

Broadcasts that are announced on Channel 16 23 Public Correspondence (marine operator)

23A Government Only

24 Public Correspondence (marine operator) 25 Public Correspondence (marine operator) 26 Public Correspondence (marine operator) 27 Public Correspondence (marine operator) 28 Public Correspondence (marine operator) 60 Public Correspondence (marine operator) 61 Public Correspondence (marine operator); Port Operation; Ship Movement

61A U.S. (government only); Canada (coastguard only);

West Coast (coastguard only); East Coast (commercial fishing)

62 Public Correspondence (marine operator); Port Operations; Ship Movement

62A West Coast (coastguard only); East Coast (commercial fishing)

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Channel Assignments

VHF Marine Channel Assignments

Channel Channel Map Frequency Power

Number Int’l Canada USA Transmit Receive Limits

63A

64A

65A

66A

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156.175 160.775

156.175 156.175

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156.225 160.825

156.225 156.225

156.275 160.875

156.275 156.275

156.325 160.925

156.325 156.325 1 Watt CAN

156.375 156.375 1 Watt USA

156.425 156.425

156.475 156.475

RX only 156.525

156.575 156.575

156.625 156.625

156.675 156.675

156.725 156.725

156.875 156.875 1 Watt CAN

Channel Use

63 Public Correspondence (marine operator); Port Operations; Ship Movement

63A Port Operations and Commercial; VTS in selected areas

64 Public Correspondence (marine operator); Port Operations; Ship Movement

64A U.S. (government only); Canada (Commercial Fishing)

65 Public Correspondence (marine operator); Port Operations; Ship Movement

65A Port Operations

66 Public Correspondence (marine operator); Port Operations; Ship Movement

66A Port Operations

67 U.S. (commercial); used for bridge-to-bridge communications in lower

Mississippi River (intership only); Canada (commercial fishing), S&R 68 Non-Commercial (recreational) 69 International (intership, port operations, ship movement);

U.S. (non-commercial, recreational); Canada (commercial fishing only)

70 Digital Selective Calling (voice communications not allowed)

71 International (port operations, ship movement);

U.S. and Canada (non-commercial, recreational) 72 Non-Commercial (intership only) 73 International (intership, port operations, ship movement);

U.S. (port operations); Canada (commercial fishing only) 74 International (Intership, Port Operations, Ship Movement);

U.S. (port operations); Canada (commercial fishing only) 77 Port Operations (intership only); restricted to communications

with pilots for movement and docking of ships

78A

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156.925 161.525

156.925 156.925

78 Public Correspondence (marine operator)

78A Non-Commercial (recreational)

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VHF Marine Radio Protocols VHF Marine Radio Protocols

Channel Assignments

VHF Marine Channel Assignments

Channel Channel Map Frequency Power

Number Int’l CanadaU.S.A. Transmit Receive Limits

79A

80A

81A

82A

83A

84A

85A

86A

87 87

87A

88A

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156.975 161.575

156.975 156.975

157.025 161.625

157.025 157.025

157.075 161.675

157.075 157.075

157.125 161.725

157.125 157.125

157.175 161.775

157.175 157.175

157.225 161.825

157.225 157.225

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157.275 161.875

157.275 157.275

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157.325 161.925

157.325 157.325

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157.375 161.975

157.375 157.375

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157.425 162.025

157.425 157.425

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Channel Use

79 Port Operations; Ship Movement

79A Commercial (also non-commercial only in Great Lakes)

80 Port Operations; Ship Movement

80A Commercial (also non-commercial only in Great Lakes)

81 Port Operations; Ship Movement

81A U.S. (government only; environmental protection operations)

82 Public Correspondence (marine operator); Port Operation; Ship Movement

82A U.S. (government only); Canada (coastguard only)

83 Canada (coastguard only)

83A U.S. (government only); Canada (coastguard only)

84 Public Correspondence (marine operator)

84A Public Correspondence (marine operator)

85 Public Correspondence (marine operator)

85A Public Correspondence (marine operator)

86 Public Correspondence (marine operator)

86A Public Correspondence (marine operator)

87 Public Correspondence (marine operator) 87 Public Correspondence (marine operator)

87A Public Correspondence (marine operator)

88 Public Correspondence (ship to coast); in U.S. only within

121 kilometres of Canadian Border

88 Commercial Intership only

88A Commercial Intership only

NOTE

Many of the plain numbered channels, such as 01, 02 and 03, transmit and receive on different frequencies. This is termed duplex operation. The rest of the plain numbered channels and all of the A channels, such as 01A, 03A, and 04A, transmit and receive on a single frequency, which is termed simplex operation. Your radio automatically adjusts to these conditions. When in simplex operation, the A icon will appear on the LCD (see illustration on page A2).

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NOTE

All the listed channels are pre-programmed at the factory according to international regulations, those of Industry Canada (Canada) and those of the FCC (U.S.A.). They cannot be altered by the user nor can modes of operation be changed between simplex and duplex. In some countries, additional channels are available. These can be programmed on the radio by the local dealer or distributor.

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Included in this Package

Antenna, Wrist Strap

InstallationInstallation

and Belt Clip

Included in this Package

You should find all of the following items in the package with your CobraMarine

Radio Wrist Strap Drop-In Battery Charger*

Flexible Antenna

Battery Charger Power Cord

For connection to A

Operating Instruction Manual Belt Clip

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VHF radio:

C wall outlet.

y with

Batter Six AA NiMH Batteries

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Antenna Installation

The flexible Antenna for the radio is shipped separately in the package and must be attached before you use the radio.

Install Antenna

1. Align the base of the antenna with the

socket in the top of the radio.

2. Screw it all the way into the socket.

Be sure that the seal seats properly.

CAUTION

Operating the radio without the antenna in place may damage the unit. The radio is not waterproof until the antenna and battery pack are in place with their seals properly seated.

Wrist Strap

Your radio comes with the Wrist Strap already attached. It can be easily removed if you choose not to use it.

Wrist Strap

For connection to 12 v

ough cigarette lighter.

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olt sour

* The charger is to be used for charging purposes only.

It is not to be used during normal operation.

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Installation

Secondary Icons

Antenna, Wrist Strap and Belt Clip

Installation

Batteries and Charger

Belt Clip

Use the Belt Clip to carry your radio around with you.

Slide Belt Clip onto Belt

t Knob onto Belt Clip

Inser

Secure Radio

1. Slide the clip onto your belt.

2. Insert the knob on the back of the

radio into the channel on the back of the belt clip. You must have the radio upside-down, as shown, to insert or remove it from the belt clip.

3. Once the knob has been inserted

all the way into the belt clip channel, the radio will swing freely while being securely retained.

Batteries and Charger

Six Rechargeable Batteries

y Compartment Lock

Batter

Install Batteries

Waterproof Sealing

The radio is shipped with six rechargeable NiMH (NickelMetal Hydride) Batteries in the package. When your rechargeable Batteries begin to discharge too quickly, it is time to install new ones. It will also operate with six high quality AA alkaline

Batteries.

CAUTION

The charger is to be used for charging purposes only. It is not to be used during normal operation.

Installing the Batteries

1. Open the battery compartment by turning the

screw anticlockwise

2. Slide the empty battery tray out of the radio.

3. Align the batteries with the slots in the battery

tray and insert them. Be sure to match the polarity markings on the batteries with those on the tray.

4. Slide the full battery tray into the radio. Be sure

the seal is in its groove and not pinched between the tray and the body of the radio.

5. Turn the screw 1⁄4 turn clockwise to lock the

battery tray in place.

After the NiMH batteries are installed in the radio, they will need to be charged before they can be used.

CAUTION

The gasket on the base of the battery pack is essential for the radio to be waterproof. Be certain that it is not dislodged and that it fits properly into the radio.

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CAUTION

NiMH batteries are toxic. Please dispose of the old ones properly. Some marine suppliers accept old batteries for recycling and many municipal waste disposal agencies have special provisions for battery disposal.

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Installation Installation

Batteries and Charger

Power Sources

Insert Radio

Initial Charge

The CobraMarine™provided NiMH batteries can be Charged at home, in your car or in your boat using the appropriate AC or 12 volt power cord with the charger. A UK compatible adapter is included if required.

1. Insert one of the power cords into the back of the

drop-in charging cradle.

2. Insert the other end of the power cord into the

appropriate AC or 12 volt power source.

3. Insert the radio into the charger. The metal pads

on the radio will contact mating pads in the charger to transfer the charging current.

4. Observe that the red light on the front of the charger

glows to indicate that the radio is properly seated and the charger is operating.

5. Allow the batteries to charge for 12 to 15 hours.

WARNING

Only the rechargeable NiMH batteries can be recharged.

NOTE

If the drop-in charger is to be used on a boat, CobraMarine or bulkhead (using the screw holes provided) to prevent damage due to the boat rolling or pitching.

CAUTION

The charger is to be used for charging purposes only. It is not to be used during normal operation.

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recommends you attach it to a shelf

Fully Charged

artially Charged

y Discharged

Full

Maintaining the Battery Charge

As you use your radio, the battery power icon will show the battery power remaining. When the icon begins to flash, it is time to recharge or change the batteries.

You can monitor incoming calls while the radio is charging. However, you should remove it from the charger to transmit. Charging will be quicker if the radio is turned

CAUTION

Use only the drop-in charger provided by Cobra Electronics Corporation

™

. Do not use the charger with alkaline batteries; only the NiMH batteries are rechargeable. Spent alkaline batteries must be discarded and replaced.

It is a good idea to keep a set of fresh, high quality alkaline batteries with your radio. Should the rechargeable batteries become discharged and no electrical power source be available, you can insert the alkaline batteries and continue to use your radio until you can return to using the rechargeable ones.

Off.

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Getting Started

Refer to the foldout on the front cover of this manual to identify the various controls and indicators on your radio.

Throughout this manual you will be instructed to press or to press and hold buttons on the radio. Press means a momentary press, then release; press and hold means to hold the button down.

Whenever you press any button except the

Talk button on your radio, a brief tone

(beep) will sound to confirm the button press. With all button presses, the appropriate icon will appear on the LCD and the backlight will turn

On. The backlight will stay

On for five seconds after the button is released.

At times you will hear two other sounds. Two beeps will sound to confirm your setting changes and three beeps will sound to notify you of an error.

Power On-Off

The On-Off Power/Volume knob on the top of the radio is held in the Off position by a click stop.

Squelch Knob

On-Off Power/Volume Knob

To turn your radio On:

Turn the Squelch knob half-way anticlockwise

(when viewed from above).

2. Turn the On-Off Power/Volume knob clockwise

until you hear and feel a click.

When the radio is powered

On, a brief tone will sound,

the display backlight will turn On, and the display will show all icons for two seconds. All buttons will be inoperative during these two seconds.

After two seconds, the radio will return to the settings in effect when it was last powered Off, the LCD will show the appropriate icons, and all controls will be operative. The radio will then be in

Standby mode.

To turn your radio Off:

Turn the On-Off Power/Volume knob all the way

anticlockwise until you hear and feel a click.

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On-Off Power/Volume Knob

Volume

The On-Off Power/Volume knob also controls the speaker Volume. The Volume adjustment applies only to what you

hear from the speaker and does not affect the Volume of your outgoing messages, which is controlled by the circuitry of your radio.

To increase the volume:

Turn the On-Off Power/Volume knob clockwise.

1. To decrease the volume:

Turn the On-Off Power/Volume knob anticlockwise.

Squelc

h Knob

Squelch

Squelch control filters weak signals and radio frequency noise so that you can hear the signals you want more clearly.

To squelch your radio:

With the Squelch knob turned fully anticlockwise,

turn the On-Off Power/Volume knob clockwise until you hear a hissing (noise) sound.

2. Turn the Squelch knob clockwise until the hissing sound stops. Turning the Squelch knob further clockwise will filter weak and medium strength signals until only the strongest signal can get through at its highest setting.

To receive weaker signals, turn the

Squelch knob

anticlockwise. If the squelch is set so you can hear a continuous hissing

sound, the scan and tri-watch functions will be blocked.

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Getting Started

International/Canada/U.S.A. Channel Maps

UIC Button

To set your radio for the area in which you will be using it:

From Standby mode, press and hold the UIC

button for two seconds. The radio will shift one channel map and the Active Channel

Active Channel Map Icon

Map icon on the LCD will show the change on the LCD.

Repeat step 1 to shift to the next channel map(s).

Channels

Your radio will receive and transmit VHF signals on the Channel indicated on the LCD. You can change

Channel at any time using the Channel Up and

the

Channel Up/Down Buttons

Currently on Channel 88

Channel Down buttons. To change channels:

Press the Channel Up or Channel Down button.

If you are on Channel 88, pressing the button will advance to Channel 1. If you are on Channel 1, pressing the Channel Down button will advance to Channel 88.

You can hold the

Channel Up or Channel Down

button for fast advance. The beep sound will occur only at the first press

of the button and not during fast advance. If the new channel selected is restricted to low power,

the radio will automatically switch to and the Low Power icon will appear on the LCD.

If the radio is in the

Key Lock mode, the channel will

not change and the three-beep error signal will sound.

Channel Up

Low Power mode

Low Power Mode

Transmit Power Output

Your radio can Transmit selectively at 1 or 5 watts of power. Cobra Electronics Corporation

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suggests you maintain the low power setting for short-range communications, to conserve battery life and to avoid overpowering nearby

High P

ower Mode

stations with your signal. Use the high power setting for long-range communications or when you do not receive a response to a signal sent at 1 watt.

To toggle between the High and Low Power modes:

Press the High/Low Power button. The LCD will show

High/Low Power Button

which mode is in effect.

Some channels are restricted to use at a maximum of 1 watt. Your radio will automatically set the power to Low Power mode when you select those channels.

While using the U.S.A. channel map, if, in an emergency, you need to increase the output power on Channel 13 and Channel 67 for your signal to be heard, you can override the Low Power mode by pressing and holding the High/ Low Power button.

Backlight

The LCD will be illuminated by the Backlight when any key is pressed and will remain on for five seconds after the button is released.

Backlight/Key Lock Button

If you need to turn On the backlight without disturbing any settings:

Press the Backlight/Key Lock button. The backlight

will remain On for ten seconds.

If the backlight is

On, a press of the Backlight/Key Lock

button will turn it Off.

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Standby/Receive and Transmit

Locked Buttons

Key Lock

To prevent accidental changes to your settings, you can Lock:

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Channel Up Button

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Channel Down Button

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Scan Button

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Memory Button

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klight/Key Lock Button

Bac

UIC Button

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16 Button

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High/Low Power Button

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Tri-Watch Button

To lock or unlock the buttons:

Press and hold the Backlight/Key Lock button.

Key Lock Icon

The key icon will appear or disappear in the LCD.

When key lock is

On, pressing any of the listed buttons

on the front of the radio will result in a three-beep error message. Both the

Backlight/Key Lock button and the

Talk button are active — you can receive or transmit

a message with key lock On, but you cannot change the channel.

Standby/Receive and Transmit

Standby and Receive

Standby mode is the usual mode for the radio whenever it is turned On. From this mode, you can change your settings using the buttons on the front of the radio and switch to the selected channel(s) and alerts broadcast by the coastguard will activate the corresponding routines in your radio.

NOTE

Coastguard alerts are broadcast on Channel 16.

Transmit mode using the Talk button. Signals will be Received on

Check Channel Number

Transmit

Transmit mode gives you the ability to interact with safety services, other vessels and shore stations. When you use this capability, be sure to follow the procedures and to observe the courtesies that govern its use so everyone benefits. (See pages 14 – 23 to help you select the proper channels.)

Low Power Mode

To transmit a message:

Check to see that your radio is set to a proper

channel for the type of message you plan to send.

2. Toggle to the low power setting.

3. With the microphone about 5 cm from your mouth, press

5 cm fr

om Mouth

and hold the Talk button and speak into the microphone. The Transmit icon and meter will appear on the LCD.

4. Release the Talk button when you have finished

speaking. Your radio can only operate in either the Transmit or the Receive mode at any given time. You will not hear the response to your message unless the

If the

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Talk Button

LCD when the Talk button is depressed, the radio will NOT transmit and the Transmit icon will blink.

If the

Talk button is released.

Battery Power icon begins blinking on the

Talk button is held down for five minutes,

the radio will automatically cease transmitting to prevent unwanted signal generation and battery drain. As soon as the

Talk button is released,

it can be pressed again to resume transmission.

ransmit Lo P

ower

While in

Standby mode, you will receive any messages sent on the

channel to which you are tuned.

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Advanced Operation

Channel 16

This function gives you quick access to the calling Channel 16 from any operational mode.

Channel 16 Button

Channel 16

To switch to Channel 16:

Press the Channel 16 button to change to Channel 16.

To exit the

Channel 16 mode and return to whatever status

existed before entering this mode, press the Channel 16 button a again.

While in the

Channel 16 mode, you can also press

the Channel Up and Channel Down buttons to change channels.

If you press this button when

Key Lock mode is On,

you will get a three-beep error message and your radio will not change mode.

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Tri-Watch

Tri-Watch gives you one button access to scan the three locations of most importance to you. Channel 16 will always be one of the scanned locations. The other two locations will be stored in the radio. They can be edited and/or recalled for future engagements of

Tri-Watch mode.

NOTE

The radio must be squelched for tri-watch to function. See page 31 for squelch procedure.

Tri-Watch Button

To program or edit the tri-watch locations:

Press and hold the Tri-Watch button. The Tri-Watch

and Memory icons on the LCD will be turned On.

2. Press the Channel Up or Channel Down button

to move to the channel you want to enter into tri-watch location one.

3. Press the Tri-Watch button. You will hear a

Tri-Watch and Memory Icons

two-beep confirmation signal.

4. Press the Channel Up or Channel Down button

to move to the channel you want to enter into tri-watch location two.

5. Press the Tri-Watch button. You will hear a

two-beep confirmation signal and the Memory icon will disappear from the LCD. The radio will immediately engage tri-watch (see page 38

Channel Up/Down Buttons

for further details).

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Advanced Operation

Tri-Watch Button

ri-Watch Mode

Talk or Channel Up/Down

To enter Tri-Watch mode:

From Standby mode, press the Tri-Watch button.

1. Tri-Watch icon will appear on the LCD and the

The radio will scan among Channel 16, tri-watch location one and tri-watch location two. A signal on any one of the three locations will stop the scan for ten seconds to allow you to listen to the traffic on that location.

To exit Tri-Watch mode:

Press the Tri-Watch button.

The icon will disappear from the LCD and the radio will return to

Standby mode status.

During Tri-Watch (while receiving an incoming transmission), you can choose from the following:

Press the Talk button to remain on that

tri-watch location and return to Standby mode.

b. Press the Channel Up or Channel Down button

to resume scanning tri-watch locations.

If you do not press any buttons within ten seconds, your radio will automatically resume scanning tri-watch locations.

During Tri-Watch (while not receiving a transmission), you can choose from the following:

Press the Talk button to communicate on the

last tri-watch location scanned and return to

Standby mode.

b. Press the Channel Up or Channel Down button

to change scan direction.

Memory Locations

Your radio has ten Memory Locations for storing your most frequently used channels. These Memory Locations can be selected individually or can be scanned. (See page 41 under memory location scan.)

y Button

Memor

Memory Location Number

Channel Up/Down Buttons

Channel Number

y Icon

Memor

To program memory locations:

Press and hold the Memory button. The memory

location number will start flashing and the Memory icon will be turned On.

2. Use the Channel Up or Channel Down button to change

to the memory location (0 to 9) you want to program.

3. Press the Memory button to select the memory location.

The memory channel number will stop flashing and the channel number will start flashing.

4. Use the Channel Up or Channel Down buttons to

change to the channel you want to store in the selected memory location.

5. Press the Memory button to program that channel.

The memory location number will flash again.

Repeat steps 2 to 5 to program as many additional memory locations as you want, up to a total of ten.

6. Press and hold the Memory button. This will return the radio to Memory mode.

7. Press and release the Memory button again to return to Standby mode.

To recall a stored memory location:

Press the Memory button. The Memory icon

1. will be turned On.

2. Press the Channel Up or Channel Down button to

select the memory location (0 to 9). If a memory location has been programmed, its associated channel will be shown on the LCD.

Your radio is now in Standby mode on the selected memory location.

To exit Memory Location mode:

Press the Memory button to return the radio to

1. Standby mode on the last channel shown on the LCD before entering Memory Location mode.

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Advanced Operation

Scanning

Scan Button

Scan Icon

Talk or Channel Up/Down

Channel Scan

During Channel Scan, the radio will rapidly switch from channel to channel through all the channels. Whenever any activity is detected, the radio will stop the scan for ten seconds to allow you to listen briefly on that channel. It will then continue to scan unless you switch out of the

NOTE

The radio must be squelched for the channel scan to function. See page 31 for squelch procedure.

To enter channel scan:

From Standby mode, press the Scan button.

The radio will immediately begin to scan the entire channel map selected in the active channel map. The Scan icon will show on the LCD.

To exit channel scan:

From Scan mode, press the Scan button.

This will return the radio to Standby mode on the last scanned channel.

During channel scan (while receiving an incoming transmission), you can choose from the following:

Press the Talk button to remain on that channel

and end scanning. This will return the radio to

Standby mode.

b. Press the Channel Up or Channel Down button

to resume scanning channels.

If you do not press any buttons within ten seconds, your radio will automatically resume scanning channels.

During channel scan (while not receiving a transmission), you can choose from the following:

Press the Talk button to communicate on the last

memory location scanned and return to Standby mode.

b. Press the Channel Up or Channel Down button to

change scan direction.

Scan mode.

Memory Location Scan

During Memory Location Scan, the radio will rapidly switch from memory location to memory location. Whenever any activity is detected, the radio will stop the scan for ten seconds to allow you to listen briefly on that memory location. It will then continue to scan unless you switch out of the

Scan mode.

NOTE

The radio must be squelched for the memory location scan to function. See page 31 for squelch procedure.

NOTE

If there are fewer than two memory locations programmed in the radio, the memory location scan option will not be available. To program at least two memory locations, see page 39.

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Advanced Operation

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Memory Button

Scan Button

Memory Scan Mode

Talk or Channel Up/Down

To enter memory location scan:

From Standby mode, press the Memory button.

2. Press the Scan button.

The radio will immediately begin to scan the channels you programmed into the memory. The

Scan and Memory icons

will show on the LCD.

To exit memory location scan:

From Memory Location Scan mode, press the Scan

button. This will return the radio to Memory mode on the last scanned memory location.

2. Press the Memory button to return to Standby mode on

the last channel shown before entering memory scan.

During memory location scan (while receiving an incoming transmission), you can choose from the following:

a. Press the Talk button to remain on that memory

location and end scanning. This will return the radio to

Standby mode.

b. Press the Channel Up or Channel Down button to

resume scanning memory locations.

If you do not press any buttons within ten seconds, your radio will automatically resume scanning memory locations.

During memory location scan (while not receiving a transmission), you can choose from the following:

Press the Talk button to communicate on the last

memory location scanned and return to Standby mode.

b. Press the Channel Up or Channel Down button to

change scan direction.

Maintenance

Very little maintenance is required to keep your CobraMarine™VHF radio in good operating condition.

■

Keep the radio and charger clean by wiping with a soft cloth and mild detergent. Do not use solvents or harsh or abrasive cleaners, which could damage the case or scratch the LCD screen.

■

If the radio is exposed to salt water, wipe with a soft, moist cloth at least once a day to prevent build-up of salt deposits, which could interfere with button operation.

■

If the radio will be stored for a long period, such as over the winter, remove the batteries from the battery tray and store them in a separate package. This is especially so if you are using alkaline batteries.

Troubleshooting

Problem Possible Cause(s) Solution(s)

No display on LCD when radio is turned

NiMH batteries run down quickly

Will transmit at 1 watt, but not at 5 watts

Will not transmit Selected channel is

No sound from speaker Volume level is too low or

No response to button press

No answer to calls Out of range of

Batteries are exhausted Batteries not installed

properly

Batteries are at the end of their life

Batteries are low Selected channel is

limited to 1 watt

limited to receive only

squelch level is too deep

Key lock is On Press Backlight/

other station Signal is blocked

by terrain

Recharge or replace batteries Remove batteries and reinstall

according to polarity markings

Replace with new batteries

Recharge or replace batteries Switch to another channel

Switch to another channel

Re-adjust volume and squelch

Key Lock

Switch to 5 watts or move closer

Move until you have a “line-ofsight” to the other station

button

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Specifications

Declaration of Conformity and CE Marking

Specifications

General

Number of Channels All International, Canadian and U.S.A. Channel Spacing 25 kHz Modulation 16 KOF3E Input Voltage 7.2 VDC Battery Life: Alkaline Batteries:

5% TX, 5% RX, 90% Stand-by 8 Hours @ 5 Watts, 10 hours @ 1 Watt Current Drain:

Stand-by 40 mA Receive 200 mA

Transmit 1.8 A @ High power 0.7 A @ Low Temperature Range -20˚C to 60˚C Radio Dimensions 139.7 mm x 55.9 mm x 35.6 mm Radio Weight 499 g

Receiver

Frequency Range 155.500 MHz to 162.425 MHz Receiver Type Double Conversion Super-Heterodyne Sensitivity:

20 dB Quieting 0.35 uV

12 dB Sinad 0.30 uV Adjacent Channel Selectivity -60 dB Intermodulation and Rejection -60 dB Spurious and Image Rejection -60 dB AF Output 250 mW @ 8 Ohms

Transmitter

Frequency Range 155.500 MHz to 162.425 MHz RF Output Power 1 and 5 Watts Spurious Emissions -60 dB High -55 dB Low Microphone Type Condenser Frequency Stability +/-5 ppm FM Hum and Noise -40 dB

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Declaration of Conformity

We, Cobra Electronics Europe Limited of

Dungar House Northumberland Avenue Dun Laoghaire County Dublin, Ireland,

Declare under our sole responsibility that the product

Portable Marine Radio : MR HH400EU

To which this declaration relates, is in conformity with the following standards and/or other normative documents.

EN60945 (2002) – EMC EN60950-1 (2001) – SAFETY ETSI EN301 178-1 (2000-08), ETSI EN301 178-2 (2000-08) – RADIO

We hereby declare that [all essential radio tests suites have been carried out and that] the above named product is in conformity to all the essential requirements of Directive 1999/5/EC.

The conformity assessment procedure referred to in Article 10 and detailed in Annex [III] or [IV] of Directive 1995/5/EC has been followed with the involvement of the following Notified Body(ies):

BABT, Claremont House, 34 Molesey Road, Walton-on-Thames, KT12 4RQ, UK

Identification mark: The equipment will also carry the Class 2 equipment identifier. The technical documentation relevant to the above equipment will be held at:

Dungar House Northumberland Avenue Dun Laoghaire, County Dublin, Ireland (Name and address of EU representative)

Mike Kavanagh (Name)

Managing Director of CEEL (Title)

(Signature of authorized person) (Date)

MR HH300EU

May 13, 2004

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Cobra Electronics MR HH400 EU User Manual 2

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Licensing Information

Voice Calling

Radiotelephone Calls

VHF Marine Channel Assignments

Included in this Package

Batteries and Charger

Getting Started

Standby/Receive and Transmit

Advanced Operation

Specifications