Cobra Electronics MRHH600 User Manual

Printed in China Part No. 480-1093-P Version B

Owner’s Manual

Our Thanks to You and

Introduction

Our Thanks to You

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

How Your CobraMarine VHF Radio Works

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

Besides two-way communications, the radio can provide quick access to receive all the NOAA (National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration) weather channels and alert you to weather emergencies with a tone on a weather channel you can select for your area.

Global Positioning Sytem (GPS)

Your Cobra Marine radio includes a built-in GPS receiver. Your position will be continuously indicated on the LCD and, most importantly, it will be included automatically with any DSC Distress message you may need to send. That will take the “search” out of “search and rescue”.

Customer Assistance

Radio Controls

Introduction

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Antenna

Backlit

LCD

Screen

Push to Talk Button

and Indicators

Distress Key

Speaker/

Microphone

External Cover

DISTRESS

ON/OFF/ Volume Control

Bluetooth® Calling

Microphone

Belt Clip

Battery Door Screw

Battery

Battery Door Screw

VHF MARINE RADIO

Customer Assistance

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, Cobra Electronics offers the following customer assistance services:

For Assistance in the U.S.A.

Automated Help Desk English only. 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 773-889-3087 (phone).

Customer Assistance Operators English and Spanish. 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Central Time Mon. through Fri. (except holidays) 773-889-3087 (phone).

Questions English and Spanish.

Backlight/

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Key Lock

Button

Man Overboard

(MOB) Button

Squelch

Button

Channel

Down

Button

Distress Key

Soft Key Functions

Channel Up Button

Rewind-Say-Again® Button

Instant Channel 16+ Button

VHF Microphone

Faxes can be received at 773-622-2269 (fax).

English

Speaker

LED Flashlight/ S.O.S.

Technical Assistance English only.

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www.cobra.com (on-line: Frequently Asked Questions).

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Chicago, Illinois 60707 USA

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Introduction

Backlit Screen and Product Features

Introduction

Product Features

Introduction

Notes

Backlit Screen

Bluetooth VOX Icon

Weather Icon

Battery Power Icon

MENU Soft Key

WEATHER Soft Key

Rewind-Say-Again® Icon

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Product Features

Built-In GPS Receiver

Shows GPS coordinates on screen and automatically sends GPS location with DSC calls.

Digital Selective Calling (DSC Class-D)

Allows the ability to maintain a listening watch on VHF Channel 16 while simultaneously monitoring Channel 70 for DSC calls. Allows sending a distress message at the touch of a button as well as specific station-to-station calls. Radio utilizes two (2) built-in encoders (receivers).

MicroBlue

Bluetooth® Wireless Technology in a unique noise canceling design. Widely compatible for all mobile phones with Bluetooth® wireless technology.

Easy Redial Operation

Redial of last phone number dialed.

Voice Dialing

Supports standard mobile phone voice dialing when paired to a compatible mobile phone.

GPS Icon

Signal Level Icon

Transmit and Receive Icons

EMERG

CALL MORE

CALL Soft Key

Active Channel

Channel Description

MORE Soft Key

Floating

This radio will float if dropped overboard. It has an orange stripe so it’s easy to retrieve.

Must use included battery to float.

Rewind-Say-Again

Replays missed VHF calls.

6 Watt VHF

Select between 1, 3 or 6 watts for short and long range communication.

Flashlight/S.O.S. Light

The radio can be used as a flashlight, strobe light or S.O.S. signal.The light flashes when dropped in the water.

Submersible to IPX8 Standards

Waterproof to 3.3 ft (1 m) of water for 30 minutes.

All NOAA Weather Channels

Instant access to all National Weather Channels, 24 hours a day.

Emergency Weather Alert

Receive NOAA alerts when threatening weather is nearby.

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Product Features (continued)

MOB (Man Over Board)

The radio dedicated MOB button marks and memorizes the position information if a crew member falls overboard.

Noise Canceling Microphone

Reduces effect of environmental noise when speaking.

Basic Navigation

Basic navigation features include digital compass, waypoint navigation, course, speed, etc.

USA/International/Canada Channels

Allows operation on any of the three (3) different channel maps established for these areas.

BURP

The Cobra exclusive BURP feature expels water from the speaker grill if the unit is dropped in the water or is subjected to extreme rain and weather.

Speaker/Mic Jack

Allows connecting optional Cobra Lapel Speaker/Mic and other Cobra accessories.

Instant Channel 16/9

Provides instant access to priority Channel 16 and calling Channel 9.

NMEA Out

NMEA 0183 output to display other vesels and their information transmitted by DSC or your chartplotter.

Unlimited Memory Channels

Allows programming of unlimited VHF memory channels.

Tri-Watch

Use to monitor three (3) channels at once — Channel 16, Channel 9 and one other selected channel.

Channel Names

Friendly VHF channel names under the channel number.

Channel Scan/Memory Scan

Use to scan through unlimited channels or memory locations to find conversations in progress.

Signal Strength Meter

Shows the strength of incoming or outgoing signals.

Button/Key Lock

Prevents accidental setting changes when button lock is set.

Illuminated Buttons

Allows high visibility of all function buttons.

AA Battery Compatible

Good for emergency backup. Includes AA battery tray (P/N CM 110-035).

120V/12V Charger Included

Use to charge battery pack, at home, in a car or in a boat.

Locking Desktop Charger

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Left blank intentionally for your notes

Holds the radio or battery in place while charging. Vertical or horizontal mounting.

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Table of Contents

Introduction

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

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

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

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

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

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

General Precautions ..............................................3

Recommendations for Marine Communication .......................... 4

FCC Licensing Information ......................................... 5

Installation

Included in this Package ........................................... 7

Install/Remove Antenna ...........................................8

Wrist Strap and Belt Clip ........................................... 9

Batteries and Charger ............................................ 10

Operating Your Radio

Getting Started ................................................. 12

Setup Mode Programming ........................................17

Bluetooth® Mode Pairing and Programming ...........................28

Standby/Receive and Transmit ..................................... 30

NOAA Weather Mode Programming ..................................31

Advanced Operation ............................................. 34

Rewind Operation ...............................................38

Mobile Phone Operation With Bluetooth® .............................40

Floating Feature ................................................46

Troubleshooting and Maintenance .................................. 47

VHF Marine Radio Protocols

VHF Marine Radio Procedures ...................................... 48

Voice Calling ................................................... 50

Routine DSC Calling .............................................52

Radiotelephone Calls ............................................60

Emergency Messages and Distress Procedure ......................... 61

Warranty and Trademark

Limited 3-Year Warranty .......................................... 65

Trademark Acknowledgement .....................................65

Customer Service

Product Service ................................................ 66

Specications (Typical) ........................................... 67

Appendix

VHF Marine Channel Assignments ...................................68

Weather Channel Assignments ..................................... 85

Accessories ................................................... 86

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Customer Assistance

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Important Safety Information

Introduction

General Precautions

Important Safety Information

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

Warning and Notice Statements

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

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

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

Safety Training Information

This CobraMarine VHF radio complies with the following guidelines and standards regarding RF energy and electromagnetic energy levels as well as evaluation of those levels for human exposure:

n FCC OET Bulletin 65 Edition 97-01 Supplement C, Evaluating Compliance with FCC

Guidelines for Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields.

n American National Standards Institute (C95.1-1992), IEEE Standard for Safety Levels

with Respect to Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields, 3 kHz to 300 GHz.

n American National Standards Institute (C95.3-1992), IEEE Recommended Practice for

the Measurement of Potentially Hazardous Electromagnetic Fields — RF and Microwave.

n Industry Canada RSS-102-Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Compliance of

Radiocommunication Apparatus (All Frequency bands). Conformité d’exposition de la fréquence du Canada RSS-102-Radio d’industrie (rf) de

l’appareillage de communication par radio (toutes les bandes de fréquence).

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General Precautions

The following WARNINGS and NOTICE information will make you aware of RF exposure hazards and

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how to assure you operate the radio within the FCC RF exposure limits established for the radio.

WARNINGS

Your 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, DO NOT touch the antenna when transmitting. KEEP the radio at least two (2) inches (5 cm) away from yourself and others when transmitting.

DO NOT operate with more than a duty cycle of 5% transmit, 5% receive and 90% standby. The radio is transmitting when the Talk button is pressed and the transmit information shows on the LCD screen.

ALWAYS use only Cobra authorized accessories. DO NOT operate the radio in an explosive atmosphere, near blasting sites,

or in any area where signs are posted prohibiting radio transmissions. NEVER place the transceiver where it might interfere with operation of your vessel

or cause injury. DO NOT allow children or anyone unfamiliar with proper procedures to operate

the radio without supervision. Failure to observe any of these warnings may cause you to exceed FCC RF exposure limits

or create other dangerous conditions.

The device complies with RF specications when the device is used at a distance 25mm from your front face and 0mm from your body, Maximun SAR Value (1g): 5.76 W/Kg.

Separation Distance: Body:

Maximum SAR Value (1g): (Specic Absorption Rate)

Face:

Body: Face:

0mm 25mm

5.76 W/Kg

3.51 W/Kg

Industry Canada Antenna Notice

Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary for successful communication.

Avis d’antenne du Canada d’industrie

En vertu de la réglementation de l’industrie du Canada, cet émetteur de radio ne peut fonctionner à l’aide d’une antenne d’un type et un maximum (ou moins) Gain approuvé pour l’émetteur par Industrie Canada. Pour réduire le risque d’interférence aux autres utilisateurs, le type d’antenne et son gain doivent être choisis an que la puissance isotrope rayonnée équivalente (PIRE) ne dépasse pas ce qui est nécessaire pour une communication réussie.

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

AVOID using or storing the radio at temperatures below -4˚F (-20˚C) or above 140˚F (60˚C).

KEEP your radio at least 3 ft (0.9 m) away from your vessel’s magnetic navigation compass.

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

This radio is supplied with a lithium-ion (LiON) rechargeable battery pack.

Use only the Cobra charger to recharge lithium-ion (LiON) batteries in the radio.

Do not short circuit the battery pack.

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

may explode if disposed of in a re.

CAUTION Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.

Changes or modications to your radio MAY VOID its compliance with FCC (Federal Communications Commission) rules and make it illegal to use.

Recommendations for Marine Communication

The frequencies your radio uses are set aside to enhance safety aoat and for vessel navigation and operational messages over a range suitable for nearshore voyages. If the 6 watt maximum output of your radio is not sufcient for the distances you travel from the coast, consider installing a Cobra Marine xed mount radio with up to 25 watts of output power. (Visit www.cobra.com or your local dealer for model availability.)

If traveling far offshore, you should consider adding even more powerful radio equipment such as HF single side band or satellite radio for your vessel.

The U.S. Coast Guard does not endorse cellular telephones as substitutes for marine radios. They generally cannot communicate with rescue vessels and, if you make a distress call on a cellular telephone, only the party you call will be able to hear you. Additionally, cellular telephones may have limited coverage over water and can be hard to locate. If you do not know where you are, the Coast Guard will have difculty nding you if you are using a cellular telephone.

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

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Sea Tow Automated Radio Check (ARC) System

Please try the Sea Tow Automated Radio Check service. Areas where the safety check service is available include the East Coast, Gulf of Mexico, Southern California, and select inland locations including the Great Lakes. The rst and only boating safety program of its kind, the Sea Tow Automated Radio Check service is fully automated and allows 24 hour a day automated responses to radio check calls.

Conducting a radio check through the Sea Tow Automated Radio Check service couldn’t be simpler. All boaters need to do is tune their VHF radio to Channel 24, 25, 26, 27, 28 or 84 (channel varies by location), then key the mic and ask for a radio check. The system responds to each radio check with an automated reply including the location, and also replays the boater’s original radio transmission, allowing them to assess the strength of the signal and conrm the VHF radio is in good working order.

To nd the Sea Tow Automated Radio Check service channel in an area boaters, radio owners should visit www.seatow.com/arc. The web page allows you to search for the local channel and has an instructional video on how to use the service step by step.

FCC Licensing Information

CobraMarine VHF radios comply with the FCC (Federal Communications Commission)

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requirements that regulate the Maritime Radio Service. This CobraMarine radio incorporates a VHF FM transceiver designed for use in the frequency

range of 156.025 to 163.275 MHz. It has a switchable RF output power of one (1), three (3) or six (6) watts.

The transceiver is capable of Class-D (Digital Selective Calling) operation in accordance with CFR Part 47, Section 80,225.

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The radio operates on all currently allocated marine channels and is switchable for use according to U.S.A., International or Canadian regulations. It features instant access to emergency Channel 16 and calling Channel 9 as well as NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) All Hazards Radio with Alert.

Station License

An FCC ship station license is no longer required for any vessel traveling in U.S.A. waters which uses a VHF marine radio, RADAR, or EPIRB (Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon), and which is not required to carry radio equipment. However, any vessel required to carry a marine radio on an international voyage, carrying an HF single side band radiotelephone, or carrying a marine satellite terminal must obtain a station license.

FCC license forms and applications for ship and land stations can be downloaded through the Internet at www.fcc.gov. Forms can also be obtained by calling the FCC at 888-225-5322.

International Station License

If your vessel will be entering the sovereign waters of a country other than the U.S.A. or Canada, you should contact that country’s communications regulatory authority for licensing information.

Radio Call Sign

Currently, the FCC does not require recreational boaters to have a license. The United States Coast Guard recommends that the boat’s registration number and state of registry (e.g., IL 1234 AB) be used as a call sign and be clearly visible on the vessel.

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Included in this Package

Canadian Ship Station License

You need a Radio Operator’s Certicate if your vessel is operated in Canadian waters. Radio Operator training and certication is available from the Canadian Power Squadron. Visit their website at http://www.cps-ecp.ca/.

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.

FCC Statement

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two (2) conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and

2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

NOTE

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. NOTE

Any changes or modications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

IC Statement

This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s): 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. Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.

Included in this package

You should nd all of the following items in the package with

your CobraMarine VHF radio:

Radio Drop-In Battery Charger

DC Charger

For connection to 12-volt power sources.

Operating Instruction Manual Spring-Loaded Belt Clip

Alkaline Battery Tray

LiON Battery Pack

NMEA Output Cable

AC Charger

For connection to 120-volt power source.

Antenna

Wrist Strap

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Install/Remove Antenna

VHF Marine Radio Protocols

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Wrist Strap and Belt Clip

Install/Remove Antenna

Antenna

1. To install the antenna turn the antenna into the radio

clockwise to tighten. Do not overtighten.

2. To remove the antenna turn the antenna counterclockwise. This radio transmitter IC: 906A-MRHH600 has been approved

by Industry Canada to operate with the supplied antenna. Other antennas are strictly prohibited for use with this device.

Cet émetteur radio IC: 906A-MRHH600 a été approuvé par Industrie Canada pour fonctionner avec l’antenne fournie. D’autres antennes sont strictement interdits pour une utilisation avec cet appareil.

Batteries and Charger

The radio is shipped with a sealed lithium-ion (LiON) battery pack

LiON Battery Pack

(P/N CM 110-034) that is rechargeable.

WARNING The charger provided for this radio is only to be used to charge the battery pack provided. Do not charge any other type of batteries in the charger as re, explosion or battery damage may occur. Avoiding extreme temperatures will also help prolong the life of the battery pack for the radio. The device operating voltage is DC

Install Battery Pack

6.29V - DC 8.40V.

When your rechargeable batteries begin to discharge too quickly, it is time to install a new battery pack. Your radio will also operate with ve (5) high-quality AA alkaline batteries, using the included alkaline battery tray.

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Wrist Strap and Belt Clip

Belt Clip

Use the spring-loaded belt clip to carry the radio on your person.

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1. Slide the belt clip into the guide channel on the back of the radio until it is locked in place.

2. To attach the wrist strap, insert it through the hole at the top of the belt clip, feed it through the looped end and pull tight to secure to the belt clip.

3. Press open the belt clip, slide it over the belt and release the

Insert Belt Clip onto Radio

clip.

4. To remove the belt clip from the radio press the tab on the belt clip, which unlocks the clip, and slide it out.

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Wrist Strap Attachment

Secure Radio

Installing the Battery Pack

1. Position the battery pack over the back of the radio.

Tighten Screw

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2. Engage the battery pack into the radio until battery pack is fully seated into the radio housing.

3. Tighten the screws using a coin or at object to secure the battery pack to the radio. Do not overtighten.

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Batteries and Charger

Power Sources

Initial Battery Charge

Charging

The Cobra-provided LiON battery pack may be charged at home, in a car or in a boat using the appropriate 12V or 120V power cord with the charger.

1. Insert one (1) of the power cords into the back of the drop-in charger.

2. Insert the other end of the power cord into the appropriate 12V or 120V power source.

3. Remove the battery pack spacer from the charger and insert the entire radio/battery into the charger. The metal charge contacts on the battery will contact the mating prongs 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 battery pack is properly seated and the charger is operating.

5. Allow the batteries to charge for ve (5) to six (6) hours before use. The charge light will turn off when the battery is fully charged.

WARNING

The charger provided for this radio is only to be used to charge the battery pack provided. Do not charge any other type of batteries in the charger as re, explosion or battery damage may occur. Avoiding extreme temperatures will also help prolong the life of the battery pack for the radio.

Remove Battery

Battery Pack Charging Only

Alkaline Battery Tray

To Remove Battery Pack from Radio

1. Loosen the screws on the back of the battery pack.

2. Lift the bottom of the battery pack slightly to remove

it from the radio housing.

3. Pull the battery pack out of the radio housing. NOTE

The LiON battery pack can also be charged in the battery charger without being installed in the radio. Insert the spacer into the battery charger to support the battery pack during this charging process. Follow the same procedures in “Initial Charge” to charge the battery pack.

NOTICE Lithium-ion (LiON) batteries are toxic. Please dispose of properly. Some marine suppliers and electronics retailers accept old battery packs for recycling and some municipal waste disposal agencies have special provisions for battery disposal.

Alkaline Batteries

The alkaline battery tray acts as a backup or “Emergency” power source should the battery pack run low on power and need to be recharged. The radio will transmit at full power when using ve (5) new AA alkaline batteries.

WARNING Never attempt to recharge alkaline batteries. They are not made to be recharged, and should be disposed of in a proper manner.

As you use your radio, the battery power icon will show the battery power remaining. When the battery icon begins to ash, the battery is empty and needs to be recharged. The radio will beep three (3) times and ash “Low Battery” every 10 minutes until the radio turns off.

NOTE

The radio will continue to receive signals when blinking

but cannot transmit. It is a good idea to keep a set of fresh, high-quality AA alkaline

batteries with your radio. Should the rechargeable battery pack become discharged and no electrical power source is available, you can insert the included alkaline battery tray with fresh alkaline

NOTE

If the drop-in charger is used on a boat, Cobra recommends you attach it to a horizontal shelf or vertical bulkhead (using the screw holes provided) to prevent possible damage due to the boat rolling or pitching. The charging base has been designed to hold the battery pack in place during rough sea conditions.

WARNING

The adapter shall be installed near the radio’s charger and shall be easily accessible. The plug is considered a disconnect device of the charging base.

Fully Charged

Maintaining the Battery Charge

Partially Charged

Fully Discharged

batteries and continue to use your radio.

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Operating Your Radio

HH600 Radio

Getting Started

Refer to the foldout at the front 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” various buttons (except “Push to Talk”) on the radio. “Press” means a momentary press of approximately one (1) second. “Press and Hold” means to hold the button down for approximately two (2) seconds.

Whenever you press any button except the Talk button on your radio, a brief tone (if key tones are selected On) will sound to conrm 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 10 seconds after the button is released.

VHF Marine Radio Protocols

Operating Your Radio

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DSC Position Request Alarm

Medium-loud, continuous, low-pitched series of closely spaced, four (4) beeps [three (3)

Getting Started

short – one (1) long] groups — sounds when a position request call is received. Press any button to turn it Off.

DSC Individual Alarm

High—pause—high—pause—high. Long pause, then repeat. Press any button to turn it Off.

Weather Alarm

Medium-loud, continuous, medium-pitched series of one-half (1⁄2) second beeps spaced one-half (1⁄2) second apart — sounds when weather alert is turned On and NOAA sends a 1050 Hz weather alert tone on the selected weather channel. Press any button to turn it Off.

Tones And Alarms

When your CobraMarine VHF radio is On, you can expect to hear the following tones and alarms. The volume of these sounds is controlled by the circuitry in the radio and is not affected by the volume set with the On-Off Power/Volume knob.

Conrmation Tone

Single high-pitched beep conrms all button presses except the Talk button. It can be turned On or Off. See set-up routines on page 30.

Error Tone

Three low-pitched beep indicates an invalid button press.

DSC Distress Alarm

High—low—high—low—high. Pause, then repeat. The volume of all alarms will increase after 10 seconds. Press any button to turn it Off.

NOTE

This alarm sounds only for DSC distress calls on Channel 70. It does not sound for voice calls on Channel 16 — you still must listen for those.

Distress Acknowledgement Alarm

High—low—high—low—high. Pause, then repeat. The volume of all alarms will increase after 10 seconds. Press any button to turn it Off.

DSC Routine Call Alarm

High—pause—high—pause—high. Long pause, then repeat. Press any button to turn it Off.

DSC Geographical Alarm

Loud, continuous, medium-pitched, high-low tones (warble) — sounds when a geographical call is received. Press any button to turn it Off.

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Common Radio Functions

The following procedures dene common operating functions of the radio when in either Marine Standby or Weather (WX) Standby modes.

Power/Volume Control

On/Off/Volume Control (Clockwise)

On/Off/Volume Control (Counterclockwise)

Power On/Off Control

The On/Off/Volume control is located at the upper right side of the radio. Turning the On/Off/Volume control past the detent position will turn the radio On or Off.

Volume Control Volume is controlled by turning the On/Off/Volume control.

n To increase the volume, turn the On/Off/Volume control

clockwise.

n To decrease the volume, turn the On/Off/Volume

control counterclockwise.

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Getting Started

Speaker/Mic Port

Talk Button

Backlight/Flashlight/S.O.S./ Key Lock Button

Key Locked Buttons

Key Lock Icon

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Radio Speaker and Microphone

The internal Radio Speaker and Microphone are located on the bottom front face of the radio below the lower control buttons.

An optional Speaker/Microphone port is located at the top of the radio between the antenna and the Power/Volume control. Unthread the Speaker/Microphone port cover to access and install an optional Cobra speaker or microphone into this port.

NOTE Please make sure the port cover is secured and rmly tightened in place when the speaker/microphone is not is use.

Talk Button

Press and hold the Talk button to transmit messages. Release the Talk button to stop transmitting.

Light/Key Lock Button

To Display the Backlight Momentarily:

Press the Light/Key Lock button. The backlight will remain On for 10 seconds. If the backlight is already On, another press of the

Light/Key Lock button will cycle through the light mode. To Activate the Flashlight, Strobe and S.O.S. Light:

Press the Light/Key Lock button two times to activate the ashlight function. Press again to activate the Strobe function, press a third time to activate S.O.S. signal and a fourth time to turn it off.

Key Lock

To prevent accidental changes to your settings, you can lock most of the buttons.

To Lock or Unlock the Buttons: Press and hold the Light/Key Lock button for two Key Lock icon will appear or disappear

in the LCD. When Key Lock

(2) seconds. The

is On, pressing any of the listed buttons on the front of the radio will result in a three (3) beep error messag and the radio will show “Radio Locked. Hold Lock Key To Unlock”.

The Light/Key Lock button, the Emergency button and the Talk button are active — you can Receive (Rx) or Transmit (Tx) a message with Key Lock On, but you cannot change the channel.

Channel Up/Down Buttons

Currently On Channel 88

H/M/L Power Button

Channel Up/Down Buttons

Your radio will Receive (Rx) and Transmit (Tx) VHF signals on the channel indicated on the LCD display. You can change the channel at any time using the Channel Up/Down buttons.

To Change Channels:

Press the Channel Up/Down button. If you are on Channel 88, pressing the Channel Up

button will advance to Channel 01. If you are on Channel 01, pressing the Channel Down button will advance to Channel 88.

You can press and hold the Channel Up/Down button for fast advance. If the new channel selected is restricted to low power, the radio will automatically switch to Low Power mode 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 (3) beep error signal will sound.

High/Medium/Low (H/M/L) Power Selection

Your radio can transmit selectively at 1, 3 or 6 watts of power. Cobra suggests you maintain the low power setting for shortrange communications. You will conserve battery life and avoid overpowering nearby stations with a low power setting 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 H-M-L Power Modes:

Press the MORE soft key until the screen shows as illustrated. Pres the H-M-L soft key to set the power 1W, 3W, or 6W. The LCD will show which mode is in effect. Some channels are restricted for a maximum use of 1 watt. Your radio will automatically set the power to Low Power mode when you select those channels.

NOTE Some channels, frequency bands and countries of use might not be able to operate in High Power mode.

NOTE A few channels are Receive only and will not transmit in these channels.

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SCAN Button

Squelch Control

SCAN

Press and release the SCAN soft key to scan all channels. Scanning begins at the selected lower channel, and scans to higher channels. Press the Channel Up/Down button to change the scan direction.

When a signal is received in SCAN mode, the radio will pause 10 seconds before resuming SCAN operation. The scan will stop on the paused channel and remain there when the Talk button is pressed.

If memory channels are saved, press and release the SCAN button to scan all memory channels.

NOTE

If even one memory channel is saved, SCAN will only scan

memory channels.

Squelch Control

Squelch Control lters weak signals and radio frequency (RF) so that you will clearly hear the signals you want. The Squelch Control on this radio is set through the following keypad operation.

To Set Squelch Control:

1. With the power On, press the SQL button to access the

squelch screen.

2. Press the Channel Up and Channel Down soft keys to set level. The signal level graphic shows squelch level 1 - 8.

3. To adjust your squelch, press the Channel Down soft key until you hear a hissing sound, then press and release the Channel Up soft key until the hissing stops. This will establish a “Baseline” squelch.

4. By pressing the Channel Up soft key further, you will lter weak and medium strength signals. By pressing Channel

Down soft key, you will receive weaker signals.

5. Press the Enter soft key to save this entry and move to the

next Setup mode programming.

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Set-Up Routines

Settings Menu

The Settings menu in the CobraMarine VHF radio allows you to turn On and Off many of its features, to adjust other features to suit your preferences, and to enter your user MMSI number.

To Enter The Settings Menu:

Menu Soft Key

Press the Menu button.

The Settings menu will appear on the LCD.

After entering the Settings menu, you can scroll

through it to make as many entries as you like. Whenever the setting selection highlight appears in a feature portion of the menu, the current active setting is highlighted.

When you are nished with changes, you can exit the Settings

DSC SETUP MENU

To Exit The Settings Menu:

LAMP ADJUST CONTRAST ADJUST

Use the Up/Down buttons to scroll down to EXIT at the bottom

KEY TONE UIC CHANNEL MODE

of the menu, or press the Exit soft key to move up through the

TIME ADJUST

menu until the radio returns to the Standby mode.

EXIT ENTER

Channel Up/Down Buttons

menu by pressing the Exit soft key and return to Standby mode.

NOTE

Basic set-up routines are described here. For set-up routines that apply specically to a particular function, they are included in the section for that function.

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NOTE If the Squelch is set so that you can hear a continuous

hissing sound, the Memory Scan and Tri-Watch functions will be unusable.

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Setup Mode Programming

Backlight Lamp Adjust

The LCD has a Backlight lamp to make it visible in the dark. This lamp can be adjusted for brightness or turned Off.

Menu Soft Key

To Adjust The Backlight Level:

1. Enter the Settings menu and scroll to LAMP ADJUST with the

Up/Down soft keys or using the Up/Down channel buttons.

2. Press the ENTR soft key and observe the current backlight

Channel Up/Down Buttons

3. Use the Up/Down buttons or Right/Left soft keys to switch to

4. Press the ENTR soft key to select the backlight setting. Or

LAMP ADJUST

5. The radio will return to the Settings menu. The radio will

MED

NOTE Setting the radio to a lower backlight setting will conserve

EXIT ENTER

LCD Contrast Adjust

Menu Soft Key

The LCD backlight will not be visible in daylight, but the LCD Contrast can be adjusted to make it easier to read in different

light conditions.

To Change The Contrast:

Channel Up/Down Buttons

1. Enter the Settings menu and scroll to CONTRAST ADJUST

2. Press the ENTR soft key and observe the current contrast

3. Use the Up/Down buttons or the Right/Left soft keys to

CONTRAST ADJUST

4. Press the ENTR soft key to select a contrast level. Or press the

5. The radio will return to the settings menu. The radio will

EXIT ENTER

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setting — HIGH, MEDIUM, LOW or OFF.

the setting you want.

press the EXIT soft key to EXIT without making changes to the backlight setting.

remember the saved backlight setting, when powering off the radio, or disconnecting power to the radio.

battery power.

Up/Down soft keys or the UP/Down channel buttons.

setting — a number between one 0 and 16.

change the number up or down.

EXIT soft key to EXIT without making changes to the Contrast setting.

remember the saved contrast level, when powering off the radio, or disconnecting power to the radio.

Conrmation Key Tone

The Conrmation Tone sounds to conrm all button presses except for the Talk button. If you would prefer not to hear the Conrmation Tone, you can turn it Off and On as you choose.

Menu Soft Key

To Turn The Conrmation Tone On Or Off:

1. Enter the Settings menu and scroll to KEY TONE

with the Up/Down soft keys or the Up/Down channel buttons.

Channel Up/Down Buttons

2. Press the ENTR soft key and observe the current conrmation tone setting — ON or OFF.

3. Use the Up/Down soft keys or the Up/Down channel buttons to switch to the setting you want.

4. Press the ENTR soft key to select the setting. Or press the

KEYTONE

OFF

5. The radio will return to the settings menu. The radio will

EXIT soft key to EXIT without making changes to the Key Tone

setting.

remember the saved Key Tone setting, when powering off the

EXIT ENTER

radio, or disconnecting power to the radio.

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

Three (3) sets of VHF Channel Maps have been established for marine use in the U.S.A., Canada, and the rest of the world (International). Most of the channels are the same for all three (3) maps, but there are denite differences (see table on pages 68 through 83). Your radio has all three (3) maps built into it and will operate correctly in whichever area you choose.

Menu Soft Key

2. Press the ENTR soft key and observe the current channel mode

Channel Up/Down Buttons

3. Use the Up/Down soft keys or the Up/Down channel buttons

4. Press the ENTR soft key to select the setting. Or press the EXIT

DSC SETUP MENU

5. The radio will return to the settings menu. The radio will

LAMP ADJUST CONTRAST ADJUST KEY TONE

UIC CHANNEL MODE

TIME ADJUST

EXIT ENTER

To Set Your Radio For The Area In Which You Will Be Using It:

Enter the Settings menu and scroll to CHANNEL MODE with the Up/Down soft keys or the Up/Down channel buttons.

setting — USA,INTERNATIONAL, or CANADA.

to switch to the setting you want.

soft key to EXIT without making changes to the Channel Map setting.

remember the saved Channel Map setting, when powering off the radio, or disconnecting power to the radio.

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Setup Mode Programming

Time Adjust

All VHF, DSC, and GPS activities use a 24-hour clock and Universal Coordinated Time (UTC) which was formerly known as Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). Time Adjust uses your built-in GPS to gather time input. Time Adjust will allow the radio to display the time as Local time or UTC time. For time input to be converted to local time, you need to enter the hour offset of your local time zone from Greenwich. (See world city time zone chart on page 88). You can also choose to have the time displayed in a 12 or 24 hour format.

To Change The Time Offset/Adjustment:

Menu Soft Key

1. Enter the Settings menu and scroll to TIME ADJUST with the Up/Down soft keys or the Up/Down channel buttons.

2. Highlight the TIME OFFSET option in the menu.

Channel Up/Down Buttons

3. Press the ENTER key and observe the current setting.

4. Use the Up/Down soft keys or the UP/Down channel buttons

to change the setting for your local time zone.

5. Press the ENTER soft key to select the setting. Or press the

LAMP ADJUST CONTRAST ADJUST

KEY TONE UIC CHANNEL MODE

TIME ADJUST

PRIORITY CHANNEL

EXIT ENTER

TIME OFFSET

SET LOCAL OFFSET

-06:00

EXIT ENTER

EXIT soft key to EXIT without making changes to the Local Time Zone setting.

The radio will return to the Time Adjust menu. The radio will remember the saved Local Time Zone setting when powering off the radio. If a in local time.

TIME OFFSET

is saved the time will be displayed

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To Select 12 or 24 Hour Format Time Display:

Menu Soft Key

Setup Mode Programming

1. Enter the Settings menu and scroll to TIME ADJUST with the Up/Down soft keys or the Up/Down channel buttons.

2. Highlight the 12H/24H TIME DISP option in the menu.

Channel Up/Down Buttons

3. Press the ENTER key and observe the current setting.

4. Use the Up/Down soft keys or the UP/Down channel

buttons to change the setting for how the radio will

display the time (12 Hour or 24 Hour format).

5. Press the ENTER soft key to select the setting. Or press the

EXIT soft key to EXIT without making changes to the

12/24 HOUR TIME DISPLAY

12 HOUR FORMAT

time format display setting.

24 HOUR FORMAT

6. The radio will return to the Time Adjust menu. The radio

will remember the saved 12 or 24 hour radio display setting when powering off the radio.

EXIT ENTER

Priority Channel

This setting will allow you to choose whether channel 16 is or is not included when channel scanning.

To Turn The Priority Channel On Or Off:

Menu Soft Key

1. Enter the Settings menu and scroll to PRIORITY

CHANNEL with the Up/Down soft keys or the Up/Down channel buttons.

Channel Up/Down Buttons

2. Press the ENTER soft key and observe the current priority

channel setting — ON or OFF.

3. Use the Up/Down soft keys or the Up/Down channel

buttons to switch to the setting you want.

4. Press the ENTER soft key to select the setting. Or press the

EXIT soft key to EXIT without making changes to the

PRIORITY CHANNEL

priority channel setting.

OFF

EXIT ENTER

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Weather Alert

This setting will allow you to choose whether activate the Weather Alert feature. When NOAA broadcasts a Weather Alert Signal and your radio is in the Weather Alert

mode, you will hear a continuous audible tone and the radio will automatically switch to Weather Radio mode. The alert indicators will sound regardless of what channel you are operating on as soon as a NOAA alert signal is received

Menu Soft Key

To Turn Weather Alert On Or Off:

1. Enter the Settings menu and scroll to WEATHER ALERT the Up/Down soft keys or the Up/Down channel buttons.

2. Press the ENTER soft key and observe the current Weather

Channel Up/Down Buttons

3. Use the Up/Down soft keys or the Up/Down channel buttons

4. Press the ENTER soft key to select the setting. Or press the

COORDINATE SYSTEM

TRUE/MAGNETIC SBAS GPS STATUS SPEED MEASUREMENT COURSE UP/NORTH UP

EXIT ENTER

GPS

This menu allows you to select and allows you to test the GPS receiver to be sure that you are receiving good satellite information and check the GPS signal strength.

Alert setting — ON or OFF.

to switch to the setting you want.

EXIT soft key to EXIT without making changes to the Weather Alert setting. The radio will turn on the Weather Icon and Weather Alert Icon to indicate that the Weather Alert is active.

GPS Menu

All VHF Marine radios SHOULD / NEED to have a GPS receiver connected and operating to effectively use the DSC (Digital Selective Calling) features built-in to the radios. In an Emergency you want the rescue authorities and surrounding vessels to know where you are and to be able to quickly assist you in your time of need. Your MR HH600 handheld VHF radio has a GPS receiver built right in!

with

Menu Soft Key

Coordinate System

The Coordinate System allows adjusting to your navigating

preference. The most common is already selected. To Select the Coordinate System:

Channel Up/Down Buttons

1. Enter the Settings menu and scroll to GPS MENU with the Up/Down soft keys or the Up/Down channel

buttons.

2. Highlight the COORDINATE SYSTEM

option in the menu.

3. Press the ENTER key and observe the current setting.

GPS

4. Use the Up/Down soft keys or the UP/Down channel

COORDINATE SYSTEM

buttons to change the setting to use the desired

TRUE/MAGNETIC SBAS

coordinate system.

GPS STATUS SPEED MEASUREMENT

5. Press the ENTER soft key to select the setting. Or press the

COURSE UP/NORTH UP

EXIT soft key to EXIT without making changes to the

EXIT ENTER

Coordinate System setting.

The radio will return to the GPS menu. The radio will remember the saved Coordinate System setting when powering off the radio.

Menu Soft Key

True or Magnetic System

Select TRUE or MAGNETIC to change if bearings are shown as

relative to either true or magnetic north. If MAGNETIC is selected then the variation is computed and displayed automatically for every zone.

Channel Up/Down Buttons

To Select True or Magnetic System:

1. Enter the Settings menu and scroll to GPS with the Up/Down soft keys or the Up/Down channel buttons.

2. Highlight the TRUE/MAGNETIC option in the menu.

3. Press the ENTER key and observe the current setting.

TRUE/MAGNETIC

TRUE

4. Use the Up/Down soft keys or the Up/Down channel

MAGNETIC

buttons to select the desired setting.

5. Press the ENTER soft key to select the setting. Or press the EXIT soft key to EXIT without making any changes to the True

EXIT ENTER

or Magnetic setting.

6. The radio will return to the GPS menu. The radio will remember the True or Magnetic setting when powering off the radio.

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Menu Soft Key

Satellite Based Augmentation (SBAS)

The SBAS can be turned ON or OFF. Some areas of the earth

need it turned off for greater accuracy. It is set ON by default. To Select the Satellite Based Augmentation System:

Channel Up/Down Buttons

1. Enter the Settings menu and scroll to GPS with the Up/Down soft keys or the Up/Down channel buttons.

2. Highlight the SBAS option in the menu.

3. Press the ENTER key and observe the current setting.

4. Use the Up/Down soft keys or the Up/Down buttons to

SAT BASED AUG SYSTEM

select the desired setting.

5. Press the ENTER soft key to select the setting. Or press the

OFF

EXIT soft key to EXIT without making changes to the Sat Based Aug Sys setting.

EXIT ENTER

Menu Soft Key

GPS Status

This screen allows you to test the GPS receiver to be sure it is

receiving good satellite information and GPS signal strength. To Select the GPS Status Screen:

Channel Up/Down Buttons

1. Enter the Settings menu and scroll to GPS with the Up/Down soft keys or the Up/Down channel buttons.

2. Highlight the GPS STATUS option in the menu.

3. Press the ENTER key and observe the current setting.

4. The GPS Status screen reports the following information:

COORDINATE SYSTEM TRUE/MAGNETIC SBAS

GPS STATUS

SPEED MEASUREMENT COURSE UP/NORTH UP

EXIT ENTER

GPS

a. How many satellites are currently being tracked. b. The overall health of the GPS satellite signals being

received.

5. Press the EXIT soft key to EXIT the GPS Status screen.

6. The radio will return to the GPS menu.

Menu Soft Key

Speed Measurement Units

Select KNOTS, MPH or KM/H to change if speed is indicated in

either nautical miles per hour, miles per hour or kilometers per hour. To Select Speed Measurement Units:

Channel Up/Down Buttons

1. Enter the Settings menu and scroll to GPS with the Up/Down soft keys or the Up/Down channel buttons.

2. Highlight the SPEED MEASUREMENT option in the menu.

3. Press the ENTER key and observe the current setting.

4. Use the Up/Down soft keys or the Up/Down channel

GPS

buttons to select the desired setting.

COORDINATE SYSTEM TRUE/MAGNETIC

5. Press the ENTER soft key to select the setting. Or press the

SBAS GPS STATUS

EXIT soft key to EXIT without making any changes to the

SPEED MEASUREMENT

Speed Measurement setting.

COURSE UP/NORTH UP

EXIT ENTER

6. The radio will return to the GPS menu. The radio will remember the Speed Measurement setting when powering off the radio.

Menu Soft Key

Course Up or North Up Option

This allows selecting either COURSE UP or North Up. This

change the orientation of compass and navigation screens. With NORTH UP selected then North will always appear at the top

Channel Up/Down Buttons

of those screens. With COURSE UP selected then the direction of travel appears at the top of the screen.

To Course Up or North Up Option::

1. Enter the Settings menu and scroll to GPS with the Up/Down soft keys or the Up/Down channel buttons.

GPS

2. Highlight the COURSE UP/NORTH UP option in the menu.

COORDINATE SYSTEM

3. Press the ENTER key and observe the current setting.

TRUE/MAGNETIC SBAS

4. Use the Up/Down soft keys or the Up/Down channel

GPS STATUS SPEED MEASUREMENT

buttons to select the desired setting.

COURSE UP/NORTH UP

EXIT ENTER

5. Press the ENTER soft key to select the setting. Or press the EXIT soft key to EXIT without making any changes to the Speed Measurement setting.

6. The radio will return to the GPS menu. The radio will remember the Course Up or North Up setting when powering off the radio.

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Menu Soft Key

Distance Measurement

Select STATUTE MILE, NAUTICAL MILE or KILOMETER to

change the unit used to display distance. This is used mainly for navigation and indicating a distance to a point.

To Distance Measurement Units:

Channel Up/Down Buttons

1. Enter the Settings menu and scroll to GPS with the Up/Down soft keys or the Up/Down channel buttons.

2. Highlight the DISTANCE MEASUREMENT option in the menu.

3. Press the ENTER key and observe the current setting.

4. Use the Up/Down soft keys or the Up/Down channel

GPS

buttons to select the desired setting.

SBAS

5. Press the ENTER soft key to select the setting. Or press

GPS STATUS SPEED MEASUREMENT

the EXIT soft key to EXIT without making any changes to the

COURSE UP/NORTH UP

Distance Measurement setting.

DISTANCE MEASUREMENT

POWER SAVE

6. The radio will return to the GPS menu. The radio will

EXIT ENTER

remember the Distance Measurement setting when powering off the radio.

Menu Soft Key

Power Save Mode for GPS

This menu will offers selecting from several Power Save

modes. This will save power by shutting down the GPS receiver periodically to save power and prolong battery life. The most common setting is AUTO and it is recommended to leave the

Channel Up/Down Buttons

radio in AUTO for most users.

To Distance Measurement Units:

1. Enter the Settings menu and scroll to GPS with the Up/Down soft keys or the Up/Down channel buttons.

2. Highlight the POWER SAVE option in the menu.

3. Press the ENTER key and observe the current setting.

SBAS GPS STATUS SPEED MEASUREMENT COURSE UP/NORTH UP DISTANCE MEASUREMENT

POWER SAVE

GPS

4. Use the Up/Down soft keys or the Up/Down channel buttons to select the desired setting.

5. Press the ENTER soft key to select the setting. Or press the EXIT soft key to EXIT without making any changes to the

EXIT ENTER

Power Save setting.

6. The radio will return to the GPS menu. The radio will remember the Power Save setting when powering off the radio.

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Bluetooth® Mode Pairing

and Programming

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Bluetooth® Mode Pairing

and Programming

Bluetooth® Mode Pairing and Programming

Bluetooth® wireless technology is a standard which has been developed for use in mobile phones and other devices. This process of linking your mobile phone and this radio requires a one-time “pairing” after which the two devices can be “connected” when they are within range. When connected, this radio can act as the speaker and microphone of your mobile phone while your phone is stowed in a safe and dry location.

This programming section shows you how to complete the pairing process. It also shows you how to change some settings related to the Bluetooth functionality of your radio.

Bluetooth Radio On/Off

Bluetooth Soft Key

radio inside this VHF radio. The default setting is OFF. Turning it Off can save some power. It can easily be switched On at any time.

1. From the Standby screen, press the MORE soft key until the Bluetooth soft key icon appears.

Bluetooth Standby Mode

This setting allows you to turn On and Off the small Bluetooth

2. Press the Bluetooth icon soft key.

3. Press the Channel Up/Down soft keys to select Bluetooth and then press Enter.

4. Press the Channel Up/Down soft keys to select On or Off.

5. If set ON, the radio will go to discover mode as long as it’s not

already connected to a mobile phone.

NOTE

This process only needs to be completed for rst time operation. From then on, as long as your mobile phone is within 30 feet (10 meters) of the radio, the two units will “Connect” automatically.

VOX

VOX On or Off

The

VOX

function converts the radio microphone’s pickup of your voice from being controlled with the PTT button to being always open. When

VOX

is On, the PTT button does not need to be pressed to transmit your voice, and you can just speak into the microphone.

When

VOX

is Off, you need to press the PTT button while

speaking.

To Change Between VOX On and Off:

1. From the Standby screen, press the MORE soft key until the

Bluetooth soft key icon appears.

2. Press the Bluetooth icon soft key.

3. Press the Channel UP/Down soft keys to select VOX and press Enter.

4. Pres the Channel UP/Down soft keys to select On/Off.

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Pairing Your Mobile Phone:

1. If Bluetooth is turned on, the MR HH600 is automatically

ready to pair to your mobile phone.

2. Open the Bluetooth setting on your mobile phone and look for a new device called “MR HH600”.

3. Select “MR HH600” on your mobile phone and wait to connect. If prompted use the code “0000”.

4. You are now connected and ready to use hands-free calling.

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Standby/Receive and Transmit

Marine Standby and Receive (Rx) Mode

Marine Standby mode is the default mode for the radio whenever it is turned on. From this mode, you can change current settings by becoming familiar with the different key functions in Marine Standby mode. While in Marine Standby mode, the user will be able to transmit by pressing the Push to Talk (Talk) button. Signals in Receive (Rx) mode will be received on the selected channel(s), and alerts broadcast by NOAA will activate the corresponding NOAA weather alert channels in your radio.

NOTE Coast Guard alerts are broadcast on Channel 16. You must have the WX Alert enabled to receive NOAA weather alerts. While in Marine Standby mode, you will

receive any voice messages sent on the channel to which you are tuned.

Transmit (Tx) Mode

Check Channel Number

Talk Button

Transmit Mode

Transmit (Tx) 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 benets. See the Appendix to help you select the proper channels.

To Transmit a Message:

1. Check to see that your radio is set to a proper channel for the

type of message you plan to send.

2. Select the desired Low, Med or High Power setting.

3. With the microphone about 2 in. [51 mm] from your

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

4. Release the Talk button when you are nished speaking. Your radio can only operate in either Transmit (Tx) or Receive (Rx) mode at any given time. You will not hear the response to your message unless the Talk button is released.

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Weather (WX) Alert Programming

NOAA Weather Channels and Alert

Monitoring the weather will probably be a frequent use of your radio. NOAA provides continuous,

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around-the-clock broadcasts of the latest weather information. Taped weather messages run every four (4) to six (6) minutes and are revised every two (2) or three (3) hours, or as needed. The Coast Guard also announces weather and other safety warnings on Channel 16. Smart boaters keep an eye on safety and an ear to the radio — and never let the weather catch them unaware.

NOAA Emergency Weather Alert

In the event of a major storm or other weather condition requiring vessels at sea or on other bodies of water to be notied, NOAA broadcasts a 1050 Hz tone that receivers such

as your CobraMarine VHF radio can detect and warn you of a weather alert condition. When the Weather Alert mode on your radio is set toOn, this signal will produce a loud tone speaker in the radio and will automatically so the alert broadcast

can be heard.

switch to the alerting weather channel

from the

NOAA Test Alert System

To test this system, NOAA broadcasts the 1050 Hz signal every Wednesday sometime between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. in each local time zone. Any receiver that can detect the weather alert tone may use this service to verify that this system is functioning properly.

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Weather Mode Programming

Weather Soft Key

Weather Standby

WEATHER RADIO

WX ALERT ON

BACK ALERT

Weather (WX) Standby Mode

To enter the WX Standby mode, press the WX soft key.

The Weather Standby Mode will show the currently selected weather channel and the Weather Alert setting status as On or Off.

Press the Back soft key to return to VHF Radio Standby. NOAA broadcasts weather information on the channels as

described in the NOAA weather channels section on page 85 of this manual.

The following items will be displayed on the LCD display:

NOTE

Only one (1) or two (2) of the weather channels will be operating in any given location [only in Receive (Rx) mode]. You will need to select the channel with the strongest signal in your location.

NOTE

When in the WX Alert mode, and NOAA sends the 1050 Hz alert tone, the radio will sound a series of loud beeps regardless of the volume control setting.

This setting will allow you to choose to activate the Weather Alert feature. When NOAA broadcasts a Weather Alert Signal, and your radio has Weather Alert turned On, you will hear a continuous audible tone and the radio will automatically switch to Weather Radio mode. The alert indicators will sound regardless of what channel you are operating on as soon as a NOAA alert signal is received.

WX Alert On/Off

To Set WX Alert On or Off:

1. From the Standby mode, press MENU soft key to enter the Weather Alert programming.

2. Press Channel Up/Down button to select WX ALERT.

3. Press ENTER soft key to select Weather Alert On/Off.

4. With the Channel Up/Down soft keys select On/Off.

5. Press ENTER soft key to save this entry and EXIT soft key to

Weather Radio Standby

exit menu.

Short Cut to WX Alert On or Off Select:

WEATHER RADIO

WX ALERT ON

BACK ALERT

1. From the Standby screen, press the WX soft key.

2. Press ALERT soft key to switch WX Alert to On or Off.

3. Press BACK soft key to return to radio mode.

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Advanced Operation

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Advanced Operation

Channel 16+ Mode

Channel 16/9 Button

Channel 16 or Channel 9

Channel 16+ mode gives you quick access to calling on Channel 16 and Channel 9 from any operational mode.

To Switch to Channel 16+ or Channel 9:

1. Press the Channel 16+ button to change to

Channel 16.

2. Press the Channel 16+ button again to change to Channel 9.

3. Press the Channel 16+ button a third time and return to the last used channel.

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Tri-Watch

Tri-Watch gives you one (1) soft key access to scan the three (3) channels of most importance to you. Channel 16 and Channel 9 will always be included as scanned channels. The remaining channel will be the VHF channel in effect when you enter Tri-Watch mode.

NOTE

The radio must be squelched for tri-watch to function. See page 16 for squelch procedure.

To Enter Tri-Watch Mode:

Channel Up/Down Buttons

1. In Standby mode, use the Up/Down buttons to go to the channel you want to add as the third location to be scanned.

2. Press the Tri-Watch soft key. TRIP-WATCH will be indicated on the LCD and the radio will scan

between Channel 16, Channel 9, and the third tri-watch channel

Channel Select

you selected. A signal on any one (1) of the three (3) channels will stop the scan to allow you to listen to the trafc on the channel. The channel number will be displayed on the LCD.

a. To exit Tri-Watch, press the Tri-Watch softkey or the TALK button. The radio will return to Standby mode on the selected third Tri-Watch channel.

If you do not press any buttons, your radio will automatically

Tri-Watch Soft Key

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Advanced Operation

Memory Channels

You can program (or tag) any or all channels to be scanned in the Memory Scan mode.

To Program Memory Channels:

Channel Up/Down Buttons

1. From Standby mode, select a channel to be tagged using

the Up/Down buttons.

2. Press the MORE soft key (if necessary), then the MEM soft key. The channel will be tagged for scanning and MEM (memory channel) will appear on the LCD whenever

Channel Select

that channel is selected. Repeat steps 1 through 2 to add addition memory channels.

To Clear Memory Channels:

1. Simply reverse the steps above. MEM (Memory Channel)

will no longer appear on the LCD whenever that channel is

More Soft Key

selected.

Memory Scan

During Memory Scan, the radio will rapidly switch from tagged

channel to tagged channel. Whenever any activity is detected, the radio will stop the scan to allow you to listen to the activity

USA 1W MEM

TIME: 10:00 UTC DATE: 06/01 41° 54.523N 087° 47.192W

MEM COMP MARK MORE

Scanning with Priority Channel Off

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on that channel. The radio will then continue to scan after 2 seconds of inactivity, unless you switch out of the Memory Scan mode.

Scanning with Priority Channel On

Standby Mode

NOTE

Memory channels must be programmed to use memory Scan. The radio will enter standard Scan Mode if no memory Channels are programmed.

NOTE

The radio must be squelched for the Memory Scan mode to function. See page 16 for squelch procedure.

Memory Scan

To Enter Memory Scan: From Standby mode, press the MORE soft key (if necessary),

USA 1W MEM

then the SCAN soft key.

TIME: 10:00 UTC DATE: 06/01

The radio will immediately begin to scan the channels you

41° 54.523N 087° 47.192W

TW H/M/L SCAN MORE

The radio will then continue to scan after 2 seconds of inactivity,

MEM SCAN

tagged. MEM SCAN will be highlighted on the LCD.

unless you switch out of the Memory Scan mode.

To exit Memory Scan, press the SCAN soft key or Talk Button. This will return the radio to Standby mode on the last selected channel.

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Using Rewind-Say-Again Transmission:

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NOTE If the record memory is locked (rewind icon ashing), press and hold the REW button to unlock.

1. Press and hold SCAN button for two (2) seconds to enter Record mode. The matrix will display MIC RECORDER.

2. Press and hold PTT button to begin recording

from radio microphone. The transmitter will turn off. The matrix will display MIC RECORDER ON and the seconds remaining will be shown in the lower right corner. If PTT button is released, recording stops. While recording, a 20-second countdown begins on display. When 20-second countdown time has ended, recording stops and two (2) beep tones will be heard.

3. Press and hold SCAN button again for two (2) seconds or press MEM/ESC button to cancel recording and return to last operation.

Rewind Operation

Rewind-Say-Again® Feature

The radio has a Cobra exclusive playback feature, Rewind-Say-Again®. This feature allows you to replay the last 20 seconds of an incoming audio transmission. It also allows you to record call details including position coordinates, call signs, registration numbers and store details that will help authorities locate a distressed vessel.

Example 1:

When engine noise, music or conversation creates too much noise to hear an inbound message clearly, press the Rewind-Say-Again® button to enter the Rewind-Say-Again® menu to be able to hear the message a second time. This feature eliminates asking the sender to repeat the message.

Example 2:

When listening to an urgent distress of an excited caller with confusing background noise, press the Rewind-Say-Again® button to enter the Rewind-Say-Again® menu to be able to hear the message a second time and get lifesaving information.

Rewind-Say-Again Button

Operation of Rewind-Say-Again

1. From the Standby mode, press the Rewind soft key after

the last inbound audio transmission. The last recording will immediately start to play back.

2. Using the Up/Down soft keys or the channel Up/Down

Channel Up/Down Buttons

buttons scroll to the PLAY RECORDING menu option.

3. Press the ENTER soft key to hear the recording again.

4. The radio automatically replays the last 20 seconds of the

previous audio transmission.

REWIND-SAY-AGAIN

OFF:EXIT REWIND

PAUSE RECORDING

and return to Standby mode.

PLAY RECORDING SAVE RECORDING ERASE RECORDING TRANSMIT RECORDING

EXIT ENTER

Press the Rewind key a second time to exit the Rewind menu

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Rewind-Say-Again Icon

Rewind Operation

Operation of Rewind-Say-Again

1. Rewind is set to ON by default. The Rewind icon will appear

on the Standby screen when Rewind is on (see illustration). a. To Turn REWIND Off - press the Rewind key to enter

the Rewind-Say-Again menu. With OFF: Exit REWIND

Rewind-Say-Again Key

selected, press the Enter soft key to exit and turn OFF the Rewind function.

b. To Turn REWIND ON - press the Rewind key to enter the Rewind-Say-Again menu. With OFF: EXIT REWIND highlighted, press the Rewind key. This turns on Rewind and exits to VHF Standby mode.

REWIND-SAY-AGAIN

The Rewind-Say-Again function also has several advanced

ERASE RECORDING TRANSMIT RECORDING

options. In addition to the recording of an incoming transmission

RECORD MESSAGE PLAY MESSAGE

the user can also record a personal message for playback

ERASE MESSAGE

later. This could be useful for navigation, emergency or vessel

TRANSMIT MESSAGE

EXIT ENTER

operation information if a pen and paper are not available or practical. The options available are:

2. PAUSE RECORDING - Pause recording of incoming audio transmissions.

3. PLAYBACK RECORDING - Playback recorded incoming

audio. This can be used to repeat the playback again.

4. SAVE RECORDING - Saves recorded incoming audio.

5. ERASE RECORDING - Erases the saved recording.

6. TRANSMIT RECORDING - Transmit recorded message.

7. RECORD MESSAGE - Record a message (using the

microphone to record the message, using the PTT key to start and stop the recording).

8. PLAY MESSAGE - Playback the recorded message.

9. SAVE MESSAGE - Save the recorded message.

10. ERASE MESSAGE - Erases the saved message.

11. TRANSMIT MESSAGE - Transmit the recorded message.

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Mobile Phone Operation With Bluetooth

Mobile Phone Operation with Bluetooth

NOTE Please refer to the Bluetooth Mode Pairing and Programming section on page 28 for instructions on how to pair your mobile phone with this device. The following section covers how to complete a phone call and other basic operations.

Answer Incoming Phone Calls

INCOMING CALL

CALL FROM Bill Smith

ANSWER

DECLINE

EXIT ENTER

ACTIVE CALL

END CALL

This handheld radio, once properly paired and connected to your Bluetooth® compatible mobile phone, can answer incoming calls received on your mobile phone. It can act as the speaker and microphone, while your mobile phone stays safe and dry. It will also improve audio quality on both ends of the conversation.

To Answer and End an Incoming Call:

1. The speaker will ring. The screen will display ANSWER/ DECINE and the caller ID, if available.

2. Press and release the ENTER soft key to answer the

call. After the call is answered, the screen will display

ACTIVE CALL.

3. Begin conversation with the caller by a pressing the

END

PTT (Push to Talk) key and speaking into the small microphone above the LCD. This is very similar to a standard radio operation and it completely eliminates all background noise when you are not speaking.

NOTE

To enable hands-free conversation or “VOX” mode (pressing in the PTT key not required), see the Bluetooth setup instructions on page 29.

Initiate a Phone Call

There are several ways to initiate a call. These include initiating (as normal) from the mobile phone, using voice dialing and last number redial.

To Initiate from the Mobile Phone

1. Simply dial a number on your mobile phone.

(See manufacturer’s instructions for making a call.) When the phone’s Send key is pressed, the radio will respond by changing over to Bluetooth mode and the matrix will display ACTIVE CALL and the option to END.

4. To end a call, press and release the END soft key. The radio will then return to previous Standby mode and resume normal operation.

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Mobile Phone Operation With Bluetooth

Bluetooth Soft Key

VOICE DIAL

VOICE DIAL ON

ACTIVE CALL

END CALL

Using Voice Dial

This feature allows you to use your voice to dial a contact from the contact list on your mobile phone.

NOTE Voice dialing is an advanced function and may not be supported by all phones. Cobra suggests you set it up and become familiar with it on your mobile phone before you attempt using it in conjunction with the radio or another Bluetooth device.

To Initiate a Voice Dial Call:

1. Press and hold the Bluetooth soft key from VHF mode.

This will initiate the voice dial feature on the connected

END

mobile phone.

2. You will hear a beep or audio command from the phone and the radio will show VOICE DIAL ON. Press and hold the PTT (Push to Talk) button and speak the command into the radio.

3. The mobile phone will begin to dial the contact it “recognizes.” The call will be completed through the speaker and microphone of the radio.

4. Hang up by pressing the END soft key when you complete your call.

Bluetooth Soft Key

BLUETOOTH MENU

BLUETOOTH VOX

REDIAL LAST CALL

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Last Number Redial

This feature allows you to redial the last number stored in the mobile phone’s Call Log. This feature is supported by most mobile phones.

To Initiate a Last Number Redial:

1. Press and release the Bluetooth soft key to enter the Bluetooth menu.

2. Press the Channel Up/Down soft key to select REDIAL LAST CALL.

3. Press ENTER soft key to redial.

3. The connected mobile phone will redial the last number.

The call will be complete through the speaker and microphone of the radio.

4. Hang up by pressing the END soft key when you complete your call.

To Disconnect (At the End of the Day)

You might not want to take your calls through this VHF radio once you are back at the dock or in a dry location. See the instructions in the Bluetooth Mode Programming section on page 28 for instructions on how to turn Off the Bluetooth function of the radio.

NOTE If switched to Off setting, then the radio will not reconnect with mobile phone on power up. The two devices will remain paired, but they will not connect until Bluetooth is turned back On again from the Bluetooth Programming mode.

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Mobile Phone Operation With Bluetooth

General Bluetooth Operation and Frequently Asked Questions

n What is the Industry Standard Range for Bluetooth

The industry standard range for Bluetooth wireless technology is 30 feet (10 meters). The radio will loose its pairing with the mobile phone if the mobile phone and the radio are separated farther than this. The radio will automatically reconnect with the mobile phone when the user comes back into range.

n How many phones can the radio pair with?

The radio can be paired with up to 8 mobile phones. However, it can only connect and operate with one mobile phone at a time.

n Do I need to have my mobile phone with me?

Yes, the phone call is actually completed through your mobile phone and your mobile phone operator/carrier. The mobile phone must be with the 30 feet (10 meters) range of the radio. The radio does not increase the offshore range of your mobile phone.

n Can I use a standard Bluetooth

headset with this radio?

No, the radio is using the headset prole of the Bluetooth specication to pair with your mobile phone. It cannot pair to another Bluetooth headset.

n Can I use this unit as a speakerphone or hands-free device?

Turning on VOX allows you to use the radio without pressing the PTT

(Push to Talk) button. The radio will still need to be operated in a face held position with the microphone close to the mouth. This radio uses a noise canceling microphone, and it will not operate well from the belt clip or another hands-free position.

Wireless Technology?

n Please make sure to note your VOX setting.

If VOX is set to On, then the receiving caller might hear conversation and noise in your background. This setting is retained in memory. If switched On, then it will be On the next time the radio is switched On and connected.

n Can I use my mobile phone for emergency use?

No, Cobra does not endorse cellular telephones as a substitute for marine radios. They generally cannot communicate with rescue vessels and, if you make a distress call on your cellular telephone, only the party you call will be able to hear you.

Additionally, cellular telephones may have limited coverage over water. If you do not know where you are, the Coast Guard will have difculty nding you if you are using your cellular telephone. However, cellular telephones can have a place onboard where cellular coverage is available – to allow social conversations and keep the marine frequencies uncluttered and available for their intended use.

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Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Floating Radio

MORE Soft Key

BURP

USA 6W

EXCUSE ME!

NAV BURP MORE

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Floating Radio

This radio is designed to oat if dropped overboard. The ashing light at the bottom of the radio will activate as soon as it makes contact with water and the orange center makes it visible and easy to retrieve. This rugged radio is also designed to meet JIS8 (IPX8) specications. This means it’s designed to operate properly after being submerged in more than one meter deep water for 30 plus minutes.

NOTE

The radio must be turned on for the strobe light to operate.

NOTE

Do not leave the radio oating in water permanently. This could cause premature corrosion of the battery contacts and other damage.

NOTE

The radio is only designed to oat with its included Lithiumion battery. Using other approved batteries might cause the radio to sink. This includes the optional AA battery tray, depending on the weight of the AA batteries used.

Burp Feature

Cobra’s Burp feature allows the operator to expel water from inside the speaker grill. This is especially useful if the radio is dropped overboard or during extreme foul weather conditions. In these conditions, water can become trapped in the speaker grill and mufe the audio.

To Activate Burp:

1. Press the MORE soft key until the BURP soft key

appears.

2. The Burp tone(s) at maximum level will sound from the internal speaker for eight seconds.

3. During this time, the matrix will display EXCUSE ME!.

4. Hold the radio with the speaker grill down to help

the water drain out.

5. After an 8-second interval, the radio will return to standby.

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 buildup 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 important if you are using alkaline batteries.

Troubleshooting

Problem Possible Cause(s) Solution(s)

No display on LCD when radio is turned On

Batteries are exhausted

Batteries not installed properly

Recharge or replace batteries

Remove batteries and reinstall according to polarity markings

Batteries run down quickly

Will transmit at one (1) or three (3) watts, but not at six (6) watts

Will not transmit Selected channel is limited

No sound from speaker Volume level is too low or

No response to button press

Batteries are at the

Replace with new batteries

end of their life

Batteries are low

Recharge or replace batteries

Selected channel is imited to one (1) watt

Switch to another channel

Switch to

to receive only

another channel

Re-adjust volume

squelch level is too deep

and squelch

Button lock is On Press Backlight/

Key Lock button

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VHF Marine Radio Procedures

VHF Marine Radio Protocols

VHF Marine Radio Procedures

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 rst, if the station being called is within a few miles. If there is no answer, switch to 3 watts and call again. You have the ability to go up to 6 watts of output power to increase your calling distance. Remember, the lower wattage outputs 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 or on Channel 9. (Channel 9 is preferred for recreational vessel use.) You may also call on ship-to-ship channels when you know that the vessel is listening on a ship-to-ship channel.

Initial Calling on Channel 16 or 9

The use of Channel 16 is permitted for making initial contact (hailing) another vessel. The limits on calling must be followed. Be reminded, Channel 16’s most important function is for Emergency Messages. If for some reason, Channel 16 is congested, the use of Channel 9, especially in U.S. waters, may be used as the initial contact (hailing) channel for nonemergency communication.

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 two (2) minutes before calling again. After three (3) 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 Identication

Identify, in English, your station by your FCC call sign (if available), vessel name and the state registration number, at both the beginning and at the end of the message.

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Prohibited Communications

You MUST NOT transmit:

False distress or emergency messages.

Messages containing obscene, indecent or profane language.

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.

When you are on land.

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Voice Calling & MOB

Voice Calling

You are required to listen to Channel 16 while standing by. Channel 16 is the distress and safety channel used for establishing initial contact with another station and for emergency communication. The Coast Guard also monitors Channel 16 for safety purposes for everyone on the water.

NOTE Channel 9 may be used by recreational vessels for general-purpose calling. This

frequency should be used whenever possible to help relieve congestion on Channel 16. The Coast Guard generally does not make urgent marine information broadcasts or weather warnings on Channel 9. Boaters are still asked to “keep watch” on Channel 16 whenever the radio is turned on and not in use with another station.

To call another vessel or shore installation (e.g, lock or bridge tender):

Make sure the radio is On.

Make sure you are in standby listening mode on Channel 16. Make sure Channel 16 is

not in use.

When the channel is open (quiet), press the Talk button and call a vessel. Hold the radio or microphone several inches from your face and speak clearly and distinctly in a normal voice tone. Say “name or station being called,” “THIS IS [your vessel name or call sign].”

Once contact is made, you must leave Channel 16 and go to another working channel.

See channel listing on page 70.

For Example

The vessel Corsair calling the vessel Vagabond: Corsair: “Vagabond, this is Corsair (station license number call sign).” Vagabond: “Corsair, this is Vagabond. Over.” Corsair: “Vagabond go to working Channel 68. Over.” Both parties switch over to the agreed upon working channel... Corsair: “Vagabond I need to talk to you about... Over.” Vagabond: “Corsair in answer to your question about... Over.” Corsair: “Vagabond, thanks for the information about... (call sign and out).”

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NOTE For best sound quality at the station you are calling, hold the microphone on the front of the radio at least 2 in. (51 mm) from your mouth and slightly off to one (1) side. Speak in a normal tone of voice.

NOTE “Over and Out” The most commonly misused procedure words are “over and out” within the same transmission. “Over” means you expect a reply. “Out” means you are nished and do not expect a reply.

WARNING The device complies with RF specications when the device used at 25mm from your front face and 0mm from your body, Maximun SAR Value (10g): 3.54 W/Kg.

MOB (Man Over Board)

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Your radio features the Man Over Board function that marks and memorizes the postion information if a crew member falls overboard. The radio will help to navigate back to that location.

NOTE

The radio can’t calculate for the effects of tide, current and wind on your crew member’s location over time. The MOB function can only act as a guide for their possible location.

NOTE

The radio must have satellite recption for MOB to mark the position.

Press the MOB button. The radio will save that MOB location. Pressing the NAV

soft key activates the navigation screen to be able to navigate quickly to the MOB location.

After each transmission, say “OVER” and release the microphone Push to Talk (PTT) button.

This conrms that the transmission has ended. When all communication with the other vessel is totally completed, end the message by stating your call sign and the word “OUT.”

From the MOB screen, press the Enter soft key and radio’s screen will prompt to

send a DSC emergency call. See detailed instructions for Digital Selective Calling (DSC) on page 52 for more information.

Remember, it is not necessary to state your call sign with each transmission, only at the beginning and end of the message.

NOTE

For best sound quality at the shore station or other vessel receiving your call, hold the microphone/speaker at least 2 in. (51 mm) from your mouth and slightly off to one (1)

NOTE

Activating the MOB function does not send an emergency call.

side. Speak in a normal tone of voice.

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VHF Marine Radio Protocols

Warranty

Digital Selective Calling (DSC)

Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI)

VHF Marine Radio Protocols

Digital Selective Calling (DSC)

Digital selective calling is a semi-automated system for establishing a radio call. It

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has been designed by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) as an international standard for VHF, MF, and HF calls and is part of the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS).

DSC will eventually replace aural (listening) watches on distress frequencies and will be used to announce routine and urgent maritime safety information broadcasts. Until DSC is fully implemented, it is still necessary to maintain a listening watch on Channel

16.

The DSC system allows mariners to instantly send a distress call with GPS position coordinates to the Coast Guard and other vessels within range of the transmission. DSC also allows mariners to initiate and receive distress, urgent, safety, routine, position request, position send, and group calls between vessels equipped with DSC capable radios.

Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI)

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The MMSI Number Is Available In The U.S.A. From Any Of Two (2) Sources:

n U.S. Power Squadron www.usps.org

BoatU.S.– www.getmmsi.com

NOTE The above references are for recreational vessels only. Commercial vessels should contact the FCC.

An MMSI is a nine (9) digit number used on a marine radio capable of using digital selective calling (DSC). It is used to selectively call other vessels or shore stations and is similar to a telephone number.

For your CobraMarine™ radio to operate in the DSC mode, you must enter your maritime mobile service identity (MMSI) number. See page 55 for instructions on how to enter it.

In Canada, Contact:

n Industry Canada Spectrum Management Ofce (only available on the Internet):

www.ic.gc.ca and search for “MMSI”.

To Obtain An MMSI Number Outside The U.S.A.:

Users can obtain an MMSI from their country’s telecommunications authority or ship registry. This may involve amending or obtaining a ship station license.

WARNING This equipment is designed to generate a digital maritime distress and safety signal to facilitate search and rescue. To be effective as a safety device, this equipment must be used only within communication range of a shore-based VHF marine channel to distress and safety watch system. The range of the signal may vary.

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Digital Select Calling (DSC) Setup

VHF Marine Radio Protocols

DSC Set-Up

Digital selective calling — DSC — employs digital RF signals which tend to carry further and be less susceptible to distortion from noise and atmospheric conditions than analog ones. The result is greater range and more reliable message delivery per watt of output power.

But, that is not the only advantage of DSC equipped radios. Those radios are set up to interface with GPS and to automate many of the operations involved in sending and receiving messages. That results in more compact and accurate messages and less congestion of the airwaves.

The price of these benets to the user is the time it takes to do the required set-up to make the DSC features work. A little time spent when your radio is new will pay dividends over its life.

User MMSI Number

The nine (9) digit MMSI number, similar to a telephone number, is a unique identier for a vessel. DSC incorporates this number into every message that is Sent (Tx) or Received (Rx). Enter the MMSI number as soon as you receive your MMSI number from the issuing agency.

NOTE The radio does not operate in the DSC mode until an ofcial MMSI number is entered. An error tone will sound when attempting to operate in the DSC mode without an MMSI number.

NOTE An MMSI number can only be entered one time. To enter a new MMSI number, please contact Cobra customer service.

NOTE An alert tone and message will sound each time you try and use the radio until

an MMSI is programmed.

ATTENTION! DSC IS NOT AVAILABLE. PLEASE ENTER MMSI NUMBER

DEMO PROG OK

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Digital Select Calling (DSC)

Operating Your Radio VHF Marine Radio Protocols

DSC SETUP MENU

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RADIO MMSI ENTRY

RADIO ATIS ENTRY INDIVIDUAL DIRECTORY GROUP MMSI POSITION REPLY AUTO CHANNEL SWITCH

EXIT

RADIO MMSI ENTRY

MMSI _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

EXIT

RADIO MMSI ENTRY

MMSI 123456789

EXIT

RADIO MMSI ENTRY

RE-ENTER MMSI NUMBER

MMSI _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

EXIT

RADIO MMSI ENTRY

CONFIRM ENTRY

MMSI 123456789

EXIT

RADIO MMSI

MMSI 123456789

EXIT

If You Incorrectly Enter Your MMSI Number

YOU CAN DO THIS ONLY ONCE! You will have to contact Cobra® Electronics (see product service on page 66 for details) for reset before you can enter a new MMSI number into the radio.

Because the MMSI number is so important to DSC operation, this limitation is imposed on all DSC capable radios to prevent constant changes and the potential introduction of errors in the process.

Setup

To Enter Your MMSI Number:

1. Enter the Settings menu and scroll to DSC SETUP menu with the Up/Down soft keys or the Channel Up/Down

ENTER

buttons.

2. Press the ENTER soft key and scroll to RADIO MMSI ENTRY with the Up/Down soft keys or the channel Up/

Down buttons.

3. Press the ENTER soft key. The blinking cursor will appear at the rst digit under RADIO MMSI ENTRY.

4. Use the Up/Down soft keys or the Channel Up/Down buttons to scroll through the number list to the rst digit of your number.

5. Press the ENTER soft key to select the digit and the blinking cursor will move to the next digit of the number.

6. Repeat steps 3 and 4 until all nine (9) digits of your MMSI number are entered.

7. Check that you have entered the number correctly. The radio will ask you to re-enter your number to conrm.

8. Press ENTER soft key to save the MMSI number and the radio will return to the DSC SETUP MENU.

NOTE

After the MMSI number has been entered, the RADIO MMSI ENTRY menu option will move to the bottom of the DSC SETUP MENU. This is done because the MMSI entry is entered only once.

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Operating Your Radio Operating Your Radio

Digital Select Calling (DSC) Setup

If You Transfer Your Radio To A Different Vessel

Contact the MMSI issuing agency from which you obtained your number and change the information associated with your number to correspond to vessel in which it will be mounted.

RADIO MMSI

MMSI 123456789

EXIT

Individual Directory

DSC SETUP MENU

RADIO MMSI ENTRY

INDIVIDUAL DIRECTORY

DSC calling allows you to call another vessel or station directly if you

GROUP MMSI POSITION REPLY AUTO CHANNEL SWITCH INDIVIDUAL CALL REPLY

EXIT

INDIVIDUAL DIRECTORY

ADD

EXIT

INDIVIDUAL DIRECTORY

ADD NAME

_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ MMSI _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

EXIT

INDIVIDUAL DIRECTORY

ADD NAME

FRIENDS BOAT MMSI 123456789

EXIT

INDIVIDUAL DIRECTORY

FRIENDS BOAT

ADD NAME

EXIT

To View Your MMSI Number At Any Time:

1. Enter the DSC SETUP MENU menu and scroll to

RADIO MMSI ENTRY with the Up/Down soft keys or the Up/Down channel buttons.

2. Press the ENTER button and the already entered number

will be displayed.

Press the EXIT soft key to return to the DSC SETUP MENU.

know its MMSI number. Your CobraMarine VHF radio allows you to store up to twenty (20) names and their associated MMSI numbers

ENTER

for quick access.

To Enter Or Edit Names And MMSI Numbers In The Directory:

1. Enter the DSC SETUP MENU and scroll to INDIVIDUAL DIRECTORY with the Up/Down soft keys or the Up/Down channel buttons.

ENTER

2. Select the ADD option in the menu. Press the ENTER soft key to ADD a new Name and MMSI number.

3. The cursor will begin to blink at the rst character under ADD NAME.

4. Use the Up/Down soft keys or the Up/Down channel

ENTER

buttons to scroll through the character list.

5. Press the ENTER soft key to select a character. This will

also move the blinking cursor to the next character.

6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 to enter additional characters — up to a maximum of eleven (11) — for the name.

ENTER

7. After entering the name, press the ENTER soft key to move the blinking cursor to the rst character under MMSI.

8. Repeat steps 4 and 5 until the nine (9) digit MMSI is entered.

9. Press the ENTER soft key to save the entry.

10. Press ADD to enter another name/MMSI number entry, or

ENTER

highlight the entry just entered and press the ENTER soft key to edit or delete the current entry, or press the EXIT soft key to return to the DSC SETUP MENU.

Group MMSI Number

Nautical organizations such as yacht clubs and the organizers of events such as regattas can establish Group MMSIs. These allow a message to be sent automatically to all members of the group without having to call each one individually.

Each member of the group must enter the group MMSI number in his radio in order to receive group messages.

DSC SETUP MENU

RADIO MMSI ENTRY INDIVIDUAL DIRECTORY

GROUP MMSI

POSITION REPLY AUTO CHANNEL SWITCH INDIVIDUAL CALL REPLY

EXIT

GROUP MMSI DIRECTORY

ADD GROUP MMSI

EXIT

GROUP MMSI DIRECTORY

ADD NAME

_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ MMSI _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

EXIT

GROUP MMSI DIRECTORY

ADD NAME

BOAT GROUP MMSI 036612345

EXIT

GROUP MMSI DIRECTORY

BOAT GROUP

ADD

EXIT

NOTE

The group MMSI is established by modifying the MMSI assigned to one (1) of the group members. The last digit of that member’s MMSI number is dropped and a zero (0) is inserted at the beginning. For example, member MMSI number 366123456 becomes group MMSI number 036612345.

Group MMSIs can be entered and changed any number of times without the need to have your radio reset

To Enter A Group MMSI Number:

1. Enter the DSC SETUP MENU and scroll to GROUP MMSI with the Up/Down soft keys or the Up/Down channel buttons.

2. Select he ADD option in the menu. Press the ENTER soft key to

ENTER

ADD a new Name and MMSI number.

3. The cursor will begin to blink at the rst character under ADD NAME.

4. Use the Up/Down soft keys or the Up/Down channel

ENTER

buttons to scroll through the character list.

5. Press the ENTER soft key to select a character. This will

also move the blinking cursor to the next character.

6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 to enter additional characters — up to a maximum of eleven (11) — for the name.

ENTER

After entering the name, press the

ENTER

soft key to move the blinking cursor to the second character under MMSI (the rst digit of a Group MMSI number always starts with a 0).

8. Repeat steps 4 and 5 until the nine (9) digit MMSI is entered.

9. Press the ENTER button to save the entry.

ENTER

10. Select ADD to enter another name/MMSI number

entry, or highlight the entry just entered and press the ENTER soft key to edit or delete the current entry, or press the EXIT soft key to return to the DSC SETUP MENU.

ENTER

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Operating Your Radio Operating Your Radio

To Set The Individual Reply Auto or Manual:

Position Request Reply Type

The ability to send your position to another station is an added feature of DSC radios that have GPS. It is handy for rendezvous and rescue situations.

Your CobraMarine VHF radio allows you to choose whether to have the radio automatically respond to all Position Requests it receives or to alert you to a Position Request and allow you to choose whether to respond or not — manual reply.

DSC SETUP MENU

RADIO MMSI ENTRY INDIVIDUAL DIRECTORY GROUP MMSI

POSITION REPLY

AUTO CHANNEL SWITCH INDIVIDUAL CALL REPLY

EXIT

POSITION REPLY

AUTO

MANUAL

EXIT

To Set The Position Request Reply Type:

1. Enter the DSC SETUP MENU menu and scroll to

POSITION REPLY with the Up/Down soft keys or the UP/Down channel buttons.

ENTER

2. Press the ENTER soft key and observe the current

highlighted setting — AUTO or MANUAL.

3. Use the Up/Down soft keys or the Up/Down channel buttons to select the desired setting.

4. Press the ENTER soft key to select the setting and return

ENTER

to the DSC SETUP MENU.

Auto Channel Switch

This setting allows your radio to automatically switch to the requested channel when receiving an Individual Call. In some cases, automatically switching channels may not be wanted, especially if the radio is being used for Bridge to Bridge communications in a busy port or waterway.

DSC SETUP MENU

RADIO MMSI ENTRY INDIVIDUAL DIRECTORY GROUP MMSI POSITION REPLY

AUTO CHANNEL SWITCH

INDIVIDUAL CALL REPLY

EXIT

AUTO CHANNEL SWITCH

OFF

EXIT

To Set The Automatic Channel Switch On or Off:

1. Enter the DSC SETUP MENU menu and scroll to AUTO CHANNEL SWITCH (Automatic Channel Switch) with the Up/

ENTER

Down soft keys or the Up/Down channel buttons.

2. Press the ENTER soft key and observe the current highlighted setting — ON or OFF.

3. Use the Up/Down soft keys or the Up/Down channel buttons

to select the desired setting.

4. Press the ENTER soft key to select the setting and return to

ENTER

the DSC SETUP MENU.

Individual Call Reply

The Individual Call Reply feature is used when receiving Individual DSC calls. When receiving a Individual DSC Call, you may not want the radio to reply to the call automatically. This setting allows you to disable the automatic reply.

DSC SETUP MENU

RADIO MMSI ENTRY INDIVIDUAL DIRECTORY GROUP MMSI POSITION REPLY AUTO CHANNEL SWITCH

INDIVIDUAL CALL REPLY

EXIT

INDIVIDUAL CALL REPLY

AUTO

MANUAL

EXIT ENTER

Manual Position Entry

The Manual position entry feature allow you to enter the time (UTC time), Latitude and Longitude.

To Enter the Time, Latitude, and Longitude:

NAVIGATION

BRG T

131°

1. Enter the DSC SETUP MENU menu and scroll to MANUAL ENTRY

KTS

SOG

8.8

DIST

with the Up/Down soft keys or the Up/Down channel buttons.

0.01 MOB

2. The cursor will begin to blink at the rst number of the

BACK

UTC time entry.

3. Use the Up/Down soft keys or the Up/Down channel buttons to scroll through the number list.

4. next number under UTC Time.

5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 to enter additional numbers.

6. After entering the UTC time, press the ENTER soft key to move the blinking cursor to the rst number under LAT (Latitude).

7. Repeat steps 3 and 4 until the seven (7) digit of the LAT is entered.

rst number under LON (Longitude).

10.

MENU EXIT: You can exit the menu at any time by pressing the EXIT soft key on any screen. This

method will exit to the next highest menu. Repeated presses of the EXIT soft key will return the radio to the radio standby mode.

Press the

ENTER

After entering the LAT (Latitude), press the

Repeat steps 3 and 4 until the eight (8) digit of the LON is entered.

Press the

ENTER

Digital Select Calling (DSC) Setup

1. Enter the DSC SETUP MENU menu and scroll to INDIVIDUAL CALL REPLY with the Up/Down soft keys or the

ENTER

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SCALE:

0.5NM

Up/Down channel buttons.

2. Press the ENTER soft key and observe the current selected setting — AUTO or MANUAL.

3. Use the Up/Down soft keys or the Up/Down channel buttons to select the desired setting.

4. Press the ENTER soft key to select the setting and return to the DSC SETUP MENU.

soft key to select a number. This will also move the blinking cursor to the

ENTER

soft key to move the blinking cursor to the

button to save the entry and the radio will return to the DSC SETUP MENU.

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Assistance

Warranty

Customer Assistance

VHF Marine Radio Protocols

Radiotelephone Calls

VHF Marine Radio Protocols

Emergency Messages and Distress Procedure

Radiotelephone Calls

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

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network by using the services of public coast stations. Calls can be made — for a fee — between your radio and telephones on land, sea and in the air. See the Appendix 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. These services can provide you with detailed information and procedures to follow.

NOTICE

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.

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 Coast Guard 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, Coast Guard or Coast Guard Auxiliary craft may be dispatched.

In any event, communicate with the Coast Guard as soon as you experience difculties

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. Use Channel 16 to communicate your emergency message. Make sure you transmit on high power. If you are merely out of gas, do not send an emergency message. Drop your anchor and call a friend or marina to bring the fuel you need or to give you a tow.

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Introduction

VHF Marine Radio Protocols

Emergency Messages and Distress Procedure

Introduction

VHF Marine Radio Protocols

Emergency Messages and Distress Procedure

Marine Emergency Signals

The three (3) spoken international emergency signals are:

MAYDAY

The distress signal MAYDAY is used to indicate that a station is threatened by grave and imminent danger and requests immediate assistance.

PAN

The urgency signal PAN is used when the safety of the vessel or person is in jeopardy. (This signal is properly pronounced 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-ee-tay.)

When using an international emergency signal, the appropriate signal is to be spoken three (3) times prior to the message.

If You Hear a Distress Call

You must give any message beginning with one (1) of these signals priority over any other messages. ALL stations MUST remain silent on Channel 16 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, should answer. If the distressed vessel is not nearby, wait a short time for may be closer to acknowledge. Even if you cannot render direct assistance

, you may be in a

position to relay the message.

YOU

others who

Marine Distress Procedure

Speak slowly — clearly — calmly.

1. Make sure your radio is On.

2. Select Channel 16.

3. Press Talk button and say:

“MAYDAY — MAYDAY — MAYDAY.” (Or “PAN — PAN — PAN,” or “SECURITE — SECURITE — SECURITE.”)

4. Say:

“THIS IS [your vessel name or call sign],” repeated three (3) times.

5. Say:

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

6. Tell where you are:

(what navigational aids or landmarks are nearby).

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. Briey describe your vessel (length, type, color, 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 step 3 above.

Keep the radio nearby. Even after your message has been received, the Coast Guard can nd you more quickly if you can transmit a signal for a rescue boat to hone in on.

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Warranty

VHF Marine Radio Protocols

Emergency Messages and Distress Procedure

IntroductionWarranty

Warranty and Trademark Acknowledgement

For Example

“Mayday — Mayday — Mayday” “This is Corsair — Corsair — Corsair” [or “IL 1234 AB” “Mayday Corsair (or IL 1234 AB)” “Navy Pier bears 220 degrees magnetic — distance 5 miles” “Struck submerged object and ooding — need pump and tow” “Four (4) adults, three (3) children aboard — no one injured” “Estimate we will remain aoat one-half hour” “Corsair (or IL 1234 AB) is 26 ft sloop with blue hull and tan deck house” “I will be listening on Channel 16” “This is Corsair (or IL 1234 AB)” “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.

Marine Distress Procedure – DSC

Digital Selective Calling (DSC) is a semi-automated system that will allow you to press

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the Distress button from any routine to make a distress call. When the distress button is pressed, all other channels go to Standby mode and allow the digitally encoded “preprogrammed” message to take precedence. Important information such as your MMSI number, position and name will be transmitted on Channel 16. The distress alarm will sound for two (2) minutes or until the alarm is cleared.

The DSC system allows you to choose a “pre-programmed” distress call such as: “Man Overboard, Sinking, Collision.” There are many pre-programmed choices to choose from. If a GPS is connected to your radio, your coordinates will also be sent to the Coast Guard as well as to other vessels that are within range of the transmission. DSC calling also allows the user to initiate and receive distress, urgent, safety, routine, position request, position send and group calls between vessels equipped with DSC capable radios.

WARNING

This radio will generate a digital maritime distress and safety signal to help facilitate search and rescue. This radio must be used only within communication range of a shore based VHF station with a distress and safety watch system. The range of the signal may vary.

Limited 3-Year Warranty

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For Products Purchased In The U.S.A.

Cobra Electronics Corporation warrants that its CobraMarine VHF radio, and the component parts thereof, will be free of defects in workmanship and materials for a period of three (3) years from the date of rst consumer purchase. This warranty may be enforced by the rst consumer purchaser, provided that the product is utilized within the U.S.A.

Cobra will, without charge, repair or replace, at its option, defective radios, products

or component parts upon delivery to the Cobra Factory Service department, accompanied by proof of the date of rst consumer purchase, such as a duplicated copy of a sales receipt.

You must pay any initial shipping charges required to ship the product for warranty service, but the return charges will be at Cobra’s expense, if the product is repaired or replaced under warranty. This warranty gives you specic 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 product resides outside the U.S.A.

All implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability and tness 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 long an implied warranty lasts and/or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you.

For Products Purchased Outside The U.S.A.

Please contact your local dealer for warranty information.

Trademark Acknowledgement

Cobra®, CobraMarine®, MicroBlue®, Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra®, Rewind-Say-Again® and the snake design are registered trademarks of Cobra Electronics Corporation, USA.

Cobra Electronics Corporation™ is a trademark of Cobra Electronics Corporation, USA. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by the Bluetooth SIG,

Inc. and any use of such marks by Cobra Electronics Corporation is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.

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Customer Service

Introduction

Product Service

Specications

Introduction

Specications

Cobra rst! DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE! See customer assistance on page A1.

If your product should require factory service, please call Cobra rst 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 of proof-of-purchase, such as a photocopy 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.

5. Ship prepaid and insured by way of a traceable carrier such as United 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 (3) to four (4) weeks before contacting Cobra for status. If the radio is out of warranty, a letter will automatically be sent informing you of the repair charge or replacement charge.

7. If your radio is returned for factory repair, it will be returned to you with default settings restored.

If you have any questions, please call 773-889-3087 for assistance.

General

Number of Channels All U.S., Canadian, International and NOAA Weather Channels Channel Spacing 25 kHz Modulation 5 kHz Max. Input Voltage 7.4 VDC Battery Life: 5% TX, 5% RX, 90% Standby LiON: 10 hours @ 6 watts Current Drain: Standby

Receive (Rx) Transmit (Tx)

Temperature Range -20˚C to 40˚C

Radio Dimensions

Radio Weight 0 lbs, 11.6 oz. (329 g) with LiON battery

45 mA 200 mA

1.8 A @ High Power, 700 mA @ Low Power

5.71” H X 2.83” W X 1.87” D (131mm X 72mm X 47mm) not including antenna

Receiver

Frequency Range 156.050 to 163.275 MHz Receiver Type Double Conversion Super-Heterodyne Sensitivity: 12 dB Sinad -120 dBm Adjacent Channel Selectivity -60 dB Intermodulation and Rejection -70 dB AF Output 250 mW @ 8 Ohms

Transmitter

Frequency Range (Tx): 156.025 to 157.425 MHz RF Output Power 1, 3 or 6 Watts Max (5 Watts rated) Spurious Emissions -60 dB Microphone Type Condenser Frequency Stability ±5 ppm FM Hum and Noise 40 dB

GPS

Receiver 56 channels

Hot: Nominal: < 1 second, Limit: +/- 5 seconds Warm Nominal: < 33 second, Limit: +/- 5 seconds Cold:

Nominal: < 35 second, Limit: +/- 10 seconds Update Rate: Up to 5 Hz

Antenna Type Internal patch antenna GPS receiver rst lock sensitivity Nominal: -148dBm GPS receiver tracking sensitivity Nominal: -165dBm Differential System Compatibility WAAS (United States), EGNOS (Europe), MSAS (Japan)

NMEA Info: Output Specication NMEA 0183- ASCII serial output Electrical Standard EIA-422 NMEA Sentences GGA, GLL, GSA, GSV, RMC, VTG, ZDA

Bluetooth

Classication Class 2 Version 4.1 Range 10 Meters

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VHF Marine Radio Protocols

Appendix

Introduction

VHF Marine Channel Assignments

Introduction

Appendix

VHF Marine Channel Assignments

Three (3) sets of VHF channels have been established for marine use in the U.S.A.,

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Canada and the rest of the world (International). Most of the channels are the same for all three (3) maps, but there are denite differences (see table on the following pages). Your radio has all three (3) maps built into it and will operate correctly in whichever area you choose.

The following is a brief outline of the channel assignment types in the U.S.A. Channel Map. See the deatiled channel map pages for assignments of each channel.

Channel Assignments (English)

Distress, Safety, and Calling

Channel 16

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

Calling

Channel 9

General-purpose (non-emergency) calling by non-commercial vessels. Recreational boaters are urged to use this channel to reduce congestion on Channel 16

Intership Safety

Channel 6

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

Coast Guard Liaison

To talk to the Coast Guard, Canadian Coast Guard (non-emergency) after making contact on Channel

16.

Asignación de canales de VHF para radiocomunicación marítima

Existen tres (3) juegos de canales VHF para uso marítimo en los EE.UU., Canadá y el resto del mundo (internacional). La mayoría de los canales coinciden en los tres (3) mapas, pero sin duda existen diferencias (consulte las tablas en las páginas siguientes). El radio incorpora los tres (3) mapas y funcionará correctamente en cualquiera de las tres áreas.

A continuación se ofrece un breve resumen de los tipos de asignación de canal en el canal EE.UU mapa. Vea las páginas del mapa de canales deatiled para asignaciones de cada canal.

Asignaciones de canales (Español)

Auxilio, seguridad y llamadas

Canal 16

Para ser oídos por otra estación (llamadas) o en casos de emergencia (auxilio y seguridad).

Llamadas

Canal 9

Llamadas de carácter general (excepto casos de emergencia) para embarcaciones no comerciales. Se le pide encarecidamente a la tripulación de las embarcaciones recreativas usar este canal para reducir la congestión del canal 16.

Seguridad entre embarcaciones

Canal 6

Para mensajes de seguridad entre embarcaciones y para mensajes de búsqueda y rescate enviados a barcos y aviones de la guardia costera.

Enlace con la guardia costera

Para hablar con las guardias costeras estadounidenses y canadienses (excepto casos de emergencia) tras haber establecido contacto por el canal 16.

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Non-Commercial

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

No comerciales

Canales activos para pequeñas embarcaciones. Los mensajes deberán estar relacionados con necesidades de las embarcaciones, como por ejemplo, informes de pesca, atraques y agrupamientos. Use el canal 72 solamente para mensajes entre embarcaciones.

Commercial

Working channels for working ships only. Messages must be about business or needs of the ship. Use Channels 8, 67, 72 and 88A only for ship-to-ship messages.

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Canales activos para embarcaciones activas solamente. Los mensajes deberán estar relacionados con la actividad comercial o las necesidades de la embarcación. Use los canales 8, 67, 72 y 88A solamente para mensajes entre embarcaciones.

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Channel Assignments (English) Asignaciones de canales (Español)

Sea Tow Automated Radio Check (ARC)

Channels 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 84

Tune your radio to the proper channel for your area (see seatow.com/arc). Conduct a radio check as you normally would. Upon releasing the mic the system will replay your transmission letting you hear how you sound.

Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)

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

Control de radio automatizado remolque del mar (CAR)

Canales 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 84

Sintonice su radio en el canal adecuado para su área (ver seatow.com/arc). Llevar a cabo una comprobación de la radio como lo haría normalmente. Al soltar el micrófono el sistema se volverá a reproducir la transmisión que le permite escuchar cómo suena.

Correspondencia pública (operador marítimo)

Para llamadas a operadores marítimos en estaciones costeras públicas. Usted puede realizar y recibir llamadas telefónicas a través de estas estaciones.

Operaciones portuarias

Port Operations

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 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.

Maritime Control

For talking to vessels and coast stations operated by state or local governments. Messages must be about regulation and control, boating activities, or assistance.

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.

Usados para dirigir el movimiento de las embarcaciones dentro de áreas portuarias, esclusas o canales. Los mensajes deberán estar relacionados con maniobras operacionales, movimientos y seguridad de las embarcaciones.

Navegación

Estos canales están disponibles para todas las embarcaciones. Los mensajes deberán estar relacionados con la navegación, incluidas las maniobras para pasar o alcanzar otras embarcaciones. Éstos también son los principales canales activos para la mayoría de las esclusas y puentes levadizos. Usted deberá transmitir mensajes cortos y mantener la potencia de salida en un vatio como máximo.

Control marítimo

Para comunicarse con embarcaciones y estaciones costeras operadas por entidades gubernamentales locales o estatales. Los mensajes deberán estar relacionados con regulación y control, asistencia o actividades de navegación.

Llamadas selectivas digitales

Canal 70

Este canal está reservado para solicitudes de auxilio, seguridad y llamadas de carácter general que usen solamente técnicas de llamadas selectivas digitales. Las comunicaciones verbales están prohibidas; el radio no puede transmitir mensajes de voz por este canal.

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Channel Number

Número de canal

01 01A

VTS in selected areas VTS en áreas selectas 02 • • 156.100 160.700 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) Correspondencia pública (operador marítimo)

Channel Map

Mapa de canales

USA Int’l Canada Transmit Receive

EE.UU. nternac Canadá Transm. Recepción

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156.050 156.050 Port Operations and Commercial, Operaciones portuarias y comerciales;

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156.050 160.650 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) Correspondencia pública (operador marítimo)

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Frequency

Frecuencia

Power Limits

Límites de potencia

Channel Use (English) Uso de canales (Español)

03 • • 156.150 160.750 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) Correspondencia pública (operador marítimo)

03A • • 156.150 156.150 Coast Guard Only guardia costera solamente

04 • 156.200 160.800 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Correspondencia pública (operador marítimo)

Port Operations, Ship Movement operaciones portuarias,movimiento de embarcaciones 04A • 156.200 156.200 West Coast (Coast Guard Only); Costa occidental (guardia costera solamente);

East Coast (Commercial Fishing) Costa oriental (pesca comercial) 05 • 156.250 160.850 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Correspondencia pública (operador marítimo)

Port Operations, Ship Movement operaciones portuarias,movimiento de embarcaciones 05A • • 156.250 156.250 Port Operations, VTS in selected areas Operaciones portuarias; VTS en áreas selectas 06 • • • 156.300 156.300 Intership Safety Seguridad entre embarcaciones 07 • 156.350 160.950 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Correspondencia pública (operador marítimo)

07A • • 156.350 156.350 Commercial Comerciales 08 • • • 156.400 156.400 Commercial (Intership Only) Comercial (entre embarcaciones solamente) 09 • • • 156.450 156.450 Boater Calling Channel, Canal de llamada de la tripulación,

Non-Commercial (Recreational) no comercial (recreativo) 10 • • • 156.500 156.500 Commercial Comerciales 11 • • • 156.550 156.550 Commercial, VTS in selected areas Comercial; VTS en áreas selectas 12 • • • 156.600 156.600 Port Operations, VTS in selected areas Operaciones portuarias; VTS en áreas selectas

13 • • • 156.650 156.650

1 watt USA Intership Navigation Safety (Bridge-to-

1 vatio EE.UU.

Bridge). In U.S. waters, large vessels maintain a listening watch on this channel.

Seguridad marítima entre embarcaciones (de

puente de mando a puente de mando). En aguas estadounidenses, las grandes embarcaciones se mantienen vigilantes con sus radios sintonizados en este canal

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Channel Number

Número de canal

14 • • • 156.700 156.700 Port Operations, VTS in selected areas Operaciones portuarias; VTS en áreas selectas 15 • Rx Only 156.750 Environmental (Receive Only). Medioambiental (recepción solamente).

Usado por radiobalizas de localización de siniestros (EPIRB) clase C

15 • • 156.750 156.750 (On-Board Communication) Internacional (comunicación de a bordo)

16 • • • 156.800 156.800 International Distress, Safety and Calling Llamadas, seguridad y solicitud

de auxilio internacional

17 • • • 156.850 156.850

18 movimiento de embarcaciones

18A 19

movimiento de embarcaciones

19A

1019 • 156.950 156.950 Port Operations Operaciones portuarias

Channel Map

Mapa de canales

USA Int’l Canada Transmit Receive

EE.UU. nternac Canadá Transm. Recepción

156.900 161.500 Port Operations, Ship Movement Operaciones portuarias,

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• 156.950 156.950 Commercial Comerciales

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156.900 156.900 Commercial Comerciales

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156.950 161.550 Port Operations, Ship Movement Operaciones portuarias,

Frequency

Frecuencia

Channel Use (English) Uso de canales (Español)

1 watt CAN Canada (EPIRB Buoys Only); International Canadá (boyas de EPIRB solamente);

1 vatio Canadá

1 watt CAN

1 vatio Canadá

State Controlled (U.S.A. Only) Controlado a nivel estatal (EE.UU. solamente)

2019 • 161.550 161.550 Port Operations Operaciones portuarias

20 • • • 157.000 161.600 1 watt CAN Canada (Coast Guard Only); International Canadá (guardia costera solamente);

movimiento de embarcaciones)

20A 1020 • 157.000 157.000 Port Operations Operaciones portuarias

157.000 157.000 Port Operations Operaciones portuarias

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1 vatio Canadá

2020 • 161.500 161.500 Port Operations Operaciones portuarias 21

movimiento de embarcaciones

21A

Canada (Coast Guard Only) Canadá (guardia costera solamente)

21B • RX only 161.650 Coast Guard Only – Weather Broadcasts Solamente Guardacostas –

Transmisiones Meteorológicas

22 • 157.100 161.700 Port Operations, Ship Movement Operaciones portuarias,

movimiento de embarcaciones

22A • • 157.10 0 157. 100 U.S. and Canadian Coast Guard Liaison and Enlace entre las guardias costeras estadounidenses

Maritime Safety Information Broadcasts that y canadienses, y difusión de información sobre are announced on Channel 16 seguridad marítima anunciada por el canal 16

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157.050 161.650 Port Operations, Ship Movement Operaciones portuarias,

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157.050 157.050 U.S. (Government Only); EE.UU. (entidades gubernamentales solamente);

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157.150 161.750 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) Correspondencia pública (operador marítimo)

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Número de canal

23A

23B • Rx Only 161.750 Coast Guard Only – Weather Broadcasts Solamente Guardacostas –

Transmisiones Meteorológicas

25B

service by MCTS Canada servicio por MCTS Canadá

28 28B

service by MCTS Canada servicio por MCTS Canadá

60 61

Por t Ope ratio n, Sh ip Mo vemen t operaciones portuarias, movimiento de embarcaciones 61A

Por t Oper ations , Ship Movem ent operaciones portuarias, movimiento de embarcaciones

62A

East Coast (Commercial Fishing) Costa oriental (pesca comercial)

Port Operat ions, S hip Mov ement operaciones portuarias, movimiento de embarcaciones

63A

VTS in selected areas, Canada Tow Boats-BCC áreas selectas, Barcos-BCC de la remolque de Canadá

64 Port Operat ions, S hip Mov ement operaciones portuarias, movimiento de embarcaciones

64A

Canada (Commercial Fishing) solamente); Canadá (pesca comercial) 65

Port Operat ions, S hip Mov ement operaciones portuarias, movimiento de embarcaciones 65A

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Channel Map

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EE.UU. nternac Canadá Transm. Recepción

157.150 157.150 Coast Guard Only Solamente Guardacostas

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157.200 161.800 Sea Tow ARC (Automated Radio Check) RMCAR (Chequeo Automatizado de la Radio)

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157.250 161.850 Sea Tow ARC (Automated Radio Check) RMCAR (Chequeo Automatizado de la Radio)

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RX only 161.850 Safety: Continuous Marine Broadcast (CMB) Seguridad: Transmisión Marítima Continua (CMB)

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157.300 161.900 Sea Tow ARC (Automated Radio Check) RMCAR (Chequeo Automatizado de la Radio)

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157.350 161.950 Sea Tow ARC (Automated Radio Check) RMCAR (Chequeo Automatizado de la Radio)

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157.400 162.000 Sea Tow ARC (Automated Radio Check) RMCAR (Chequeo Automatizado de la Radio)

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RX only 162.000 Safety: Continuous Marine Broadcast (CMB) Seguridad: Transmisión Marítima Continua (CMB)

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156.025 160.625 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) Correspondencia pública (operador marítimo)

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156.075 1 60.675 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) Correspondencia pública (operador marítimo),

• 156.075 156.075

156 .125 160.725 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Correspondencia pública (operador marítimo),

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1 56.175 160.7 75 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Correspondencia pública (operador marítimo),

156.175 156.175 Port Operations and Commercial, Operaciones portuarias y comerciales; VTS en

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15 6.225 160.825 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Correspondencia pública (operador marítimo),

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156.225 156.225 U.S. (Government Only); EE.UU. (entidades gubernamentales

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1 56.275 160.8 75 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Correspondencia pública (operador marítimo),

156.275 156.275 Port Operations Operaciones portuarias

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Frequency

Frecuencia

156.125 156.125 West Coast (Coast Guard Only); Costa occidental (guardia costera solamente);

Power Limits

Límites de potencia

Channel Use (English) Uso de canales (Español)

Canada (Coast Guard Only); West Coast (Coast Guard Only); East Coast (Commercial Fishing)

Canadá (guardia costera solamente); Costa occidental (guardia costera solamente);

Costa oriental (pesca comercial)

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Channel Number

Número de canal

66 Port Operat ions, S hip Mov ement operaciones portuarias, movimiento de embarcaciones

66A

(Voice communications not allowed) (las comunicaciones verbales están prohibidas)

Channel Map

Mapa de canales

USA Int’l Canada Transmit Receive

EE.UU. nternac Canadá Transm. Recepción

156.325 1 60.925 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Correspondencia pública (operador marítimo),

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156.325 156.325 Port Operations Operaciones portuarias

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156.375 156.375

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156.475 156.475

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RX only 156.525 Digital Selective Calling Llamadas selectivas digitales

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156.575 156.575

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Frequency

Frecuencia

156.425 156.425 Non-Commercial (Recreational) No comercial (recreativo)

Power Limits

Límites de potencia

1 watt USA

Channel Use (English) Uso de canales (Español)

U.S. (Commercial). Used for bridge-to-bridge communications in lower Mississippi River (Intership Only); Canada (Commercial Fishing), S&R

U.S. (Non-Commercial, Recreational); Canada (Commercial Fishing Only); International (Intership, Port Operations, Ship Movement)

U.S. and Canada (Non-Commercial, Recreational); EE. UU. y Cana dá (n o com ercia l, re creat ivo); International (Port Operations, Ship Movement) Int ernac ional (ope racio nes p ortua rias,

EE.UU. (comercial). Usado para comunicaciones de puente de mando a puente de mando en la parte baja del Río Misisipí (entre embarcaciones solamente); Canadá (pesca comercial) (transmisión y recepción)

EE.UU. (no comercial, recreativo); Canadá (pesca comercial solamente); Internacional (comunicaciones entre embarcaciones, operaciones portuarias, movimiento de embarcaciones)

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76 • • • 156.825 156.825 1 watt

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156.625 156.625 Non-Commercial (Intership Only) No comercial (entre embarcaciones solamente)

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156.675 156.675

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156.725 156.725

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156.775 156.775 1 watt Port Operations (Intership Only) Operaciones portuarias

•

Port Operations (Intership Only) Operaciones portuarias

156.875 156.875 1 watt USA

•

U.S. (Port Operations); Canada (Commercial EE.UU. (operaciones portuarias); Canadá (pesca Fishing Only); International (Intership, comercial solamente); Internacional (comunicaciones Port Operations, Ship Movement) entre embarcaciones, operaciones portuarias, movimiento de embarcaciones)

(entre embarcaciones solamente)

Port Operations (Intership only). Restricted to Operaciones portuarias (entre embarcaciones communications with pilots for movement and solamente). Restringido a comunicaciones con docking of ships. pilotos para el movimiento y atraque de embarcaciones.

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Channel Number

Número de canal

1078 • 156.925 156.925 Port Operations Operaciones portuarias

78A

Channel Map

Mapa de canales

USA Int’l Canada Transmit Receive

EE.UU. nternac Canadá Transm. Recepción

156.925 161.525 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) Correspondencia pública (operador marítimo)

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• 156.925 156.925 Non-Commercial (Recreational) No comercial (recreativo)

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Frequency

Frecuencia

Power Limits

Límites de potencia

Channel Use (English) Uso de canales (Español)

2078 • 161.525 161.525 Port Operations Operaciones portuarias 79

movimiento de embarcaciones

only in Great Lakes) Lagos también no comercial)

79A

•

156.975 161.575 Port Operations, Ship Movement Operaciones portuarias,

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• 156.975 156.975 Commercial (Also Non-Commercial Comercial (en los Grandes

1079 • 156.975 156.975 Port Operations Operaciones portuarias

2079 • 161.575 161.575 Port Operations Operaciones portuarias

80 • 157.025 161.625

movimiento de embarcaciones

only in Great Lakes) Lagos también no comercial)

movimiento de embarcaciones 81A

Protection Operations) operaciones de protección medioambiental)

Port Operat ion, Sh ip Move ment operaciones portuarias, movimiento de embarcaciones

(Coast Guard Only) Canadá (guardia costera solamente)

movimiento de embarcaciones

(Coast Guard Only) Canadá (guardia costera solamente)

Transmisiones Meteorológicas

84 85 86 87 88

Port Ope rations and VTS (Internatio nal & Canad a). Operaciones Portuarias y VTS (Internacional y Canadá).

88A

80A

82A

• 157.025 157.025 Commercial (Also Non-Commercial Comercial (en los Grandes

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157.075 161.675 Port Operations, Ship Movement Operaciones portuarias,

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• 157.075 157.075 U.S. (Government Only; Environmental EE.UU. (entidades gubernamentales solamente;

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157. 125 161.7 25 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Correspondencia pública (operador marítimo),

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• 157.125 157.125 U.S. (Government Only); Canada EE.UU. (entidades gubernamentales solamente);

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83 • 157.175 161.775

83A

• RX only 161.775 Coast Guard Only – Weather Broadcasts Solamente Guardacostas –

83B

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157.425 157.425 Commercial Intership only Comercial entre embarcaciones solamente

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157.175 157.175 (Coast Guard Only) Canadá (guardia costera solamente)

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157.225 161.825 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) Correspondencia pública (operador marítimo)

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157.275 161.875 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) Correspondencia pública (operador marítimo)

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157.325 161.925 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) Correspondencia pública (operador marítimo)

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157.375 157.375 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) Correspondencia pública (operador marítimo)

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157.425 157.425 U.S. (Commercial). EE.UU. (comercial).

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Port Operations, Ship Movement Operaciones portuarias,

Operaciones portuarias,

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Channel Number

Número de canal

1001 de Embarcaciones

1005 • 156.250 156.250

de Embarcaciones 1007

1018 1019 1020 1021

1022 1023

1063

1065

1066

1078

1079 1080

1081 1082

solamente 1083

Channel Map

Mapa de canales

USA Int’l Canada Transmit Receive

EE.UU. nternac Canadá Transm. Recepción

156.050 156.050 Port Operations / Vessel Trafc Service Operaciones portuarias / Servicio de Tránsito

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156.350 156.350 Commercial Comercial

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156.900 156.900 Commercial Comercial

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156.950 156.950 Port Operations Operaciones portuarias

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157.000 157.000 Port Operations Operaciones portuarias

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157.050 157.050 Coast Guard Only Solamente Guardacostas

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157.100 157.100 Coast Guard Only Solamente Guardacostas

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157.150 157.150 Coast Guard Only Solamente Guardacostas

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156.175 156.175 Port Operations / Vessel Trafc Service Operaciones portuarias / Servicio de Tránsito

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156.325 156.325

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156.925 156.925 Commercial/Non-Commercial Comercial / No Comercial

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156.975 156.975 Commercial/Non-Commercial Comercial / No Comercial

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157.025 157.025 Commercial/Non-Commercial Comercial / No Comercial

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157.075 157.075 Commercial/Environmental Comercial/ Medioambiental

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157.175 157.175 Commercial/ Coast Guard Only Comercial/ Solamente Guardacostas

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Frequency

Frecuencia

156.275 156.275

Power Limits

Límites de potencia

Channel Use (English) Uso de canales (Español)

Port Operations / Vessel Trafc Service Operaciones portuarias / Servicio de Tránsito

de Embarcaciones

Port Operations / Vessel Trafc Service Operaciones portuarias / Servicio de Tránsito

de Embarcaciones

Port Operations / Vessel Trafc Service Operaciones portuarias / Servicio de Tránsito

de Embarcaciones

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Assistance

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Weather Channel Assignments

VHF Marine Channel Assignments (English)

NOTE

Many of the plain-numbered channels, such as 01, 02 and 03, transmit and receive on different frequencies. This is termed duplex operation. Some other 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. This radio also includes new four digit channels to be complient with the latest and future regulations.

NOTE

All channels are preprogrammed at the factory according to international regulations and those of the FCC (U.S.A.) and Industry Canada (Canada). They cannot be altered by the user nor can modes of operation be changed between simplex and duplex.

Asignación de canales de VHF para radiocomunicación marítima (Español)

NOTA

Muchos de los canales de números simples, como 01, 02 y 03, transmiten y reciben en diferentes frecuencias. A esto se le llama operación dúplex. El resto de los canales de números simples y todos los canales A, como 01A, 03A y 04A, transmiten y reciben en una sola frecuencia, a la que se le llama operación simple (simplex). Su radio se ajusta automáticamente a estas condiciones. Cuando esté en operación simple, el icono A aparecerá en la pantalla de cristal líquido (vea la ilustración de la página A3). Esta radio también incluye nuevos canales de cuatro dígitos para cumplir con las regulaciones más recientes y futuras.

NOTA

Todos los canales vienen programados previamente de fábrica conforme a los reglamentos internacionales y a los de la FCC (EE. UU) e Industry Canada (Canadá). No pueden ser alterados por el usuario, así como tampoco pueden cambiarse los modos de operación entre simple y dúplex.

Weather Channel Assignments

Asignaciones de canales meteorológicos

•

Weather

Channels Wx 1 Thru 10

Receive-only channels for NOAA and Canadian weather broadcasts. You cannot transmit on these channels.

NOTE * These channels are restricted to the listed uses in certain parts of the country

or for certain types of users only. Consult FCC rules or a knowledgeable radio operator before using them.

Meteorología

Canales Wx 1 a 10

Canales de recepción únicamente para difusión de información meteorológica NOAA y canadiense. Usted no puede transmitir por estos canales.

NOTA * El uso de estos canales está dedicado a las aplicaciones que aparecen en la lista, en ciertas

partes del país o para ciertos tipos de usuario solamente. Consulte las normas de la FCC o a un operador de radio con experiencia antes de usarlos.

Channel Number

Número de canal

RX Frequency MHz

Fre cu en cia de recepción (MHz)

Weather Channel

1 162.550 NOAA 2 162.400 NOAA 3 162.475 NOAA 4 162.425 NOAA 5 162.450 NOAA 6 162.500 NOAA 7 162.525 NOAA 8 161.650 Canada 9 161.775 Canada 10 163.275 NOAA

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Optional Accessories

Introduction

Accessories

Optional Accessories

Accessories

Your Cobra radio has several optional accessories available to enhance the use of the radio. Some are listed below:

Alkaline Battery Tray

A special alkaline battery tray (P/N CM 110-035)

is available as an optional accessory to have as an emergency backup. By using ve (5) high-quality AA alkaline batteries, you can have a spare battery backup source for your radio.

NOTE Alkaline batteries are not rechargeable.

Lapel Speaker/Microphone

A speaker/microphone that attaches to your lapel.

Part number CM 330-001.

This unique accessory allows you to wear the radio

on your belt while still being able to communicate with other vessels. A small Push to Talk (PTT) button on the lapel

speaker/microphone allows you to answer

any incoming call.

LiON Battery Pack

LiON Battery

LiON replacement battery (P/N CM 110-034).

Belt Clip

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Belt Clip

Replacement Belt Clip P/N CM 240-003

AC Charger

Replacement AC Charger P/N CM 120-007

DC Charger

Replacement DC Charger P/N CM 130-005

Drop-In Battery Charger

Replacement Drop-In Charger P/N CM 110-032

Antenna

Replacement Antenna P/N CM 300-002.

NMEA Output Cable

NMEA Pouput Cable P/N CM 140-003

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World City Time Zones

Introduction

Accessories

World City Time Zones

In order to set correct local time as compared to different World City Time Zones, enter the hour “offset” as listed below. The correct local time appears on the VHF for Cities all over the world. See page 43 for setup information.

Longitudinal Zone Offset City

E172.50 to W172.50 -12 IDLW (International Date Line West) W172.50 to W157.50 -11 Nome W157.50 to W142.50 -10 Honolulu W142.50 to W127.50 -9 Yukon STD W127.50 to W112.50 -8 Los Angeles STD W112.50 to W097.50 -7 Denver STD W097.50 to W082.50 -6 Chicago STD W082.50 to W067.50 -5 New York STD W067.50 to W052.50 -4 Caracas W052.50 to W037.50 -3 Rio de Janeiro W037.50 to W022.50 -2 Fernando de Noronha W022.50 to W007.50 -1 Azores Islands W007.50 to E007.50 GMT +0 London E007.50 to E022.50 +1 Rome E022.50 to E037.50 +2 Cairo E037.50 to E052.50 +3 Moscow E052.50 to E067.50 +4 Abu Dhabi E067.50 to E082.50 +5 Maldives E082.50 to E097.50 +6 Dhuburi E097.50 to E112.50 +7 Bangkok E112.50 to E127.50 +8 Hong Kong E127.50 to E142.50 +9 Tokyo E142.50 to E157.50 +10 Sydney E157.50 to E172.50 +11 Solomon Islands E172.50 to W172.50 +12 Auckland

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Cobra Electronics MRHH600 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual