Cobra Electronics MR HH90 VP User Manual

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VHF MARINE RADIO

Owner’s Manual

MR HH90 VP

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Part No. 480-183-P

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Introduction

Our Thanks to You and Customer Assistance

Thank you for purchasing a CobraMarine™VHF radio. Properly used, this Cobra

How Your CobraMarine

product will give you many years of reliable service.

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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 10 NOAA (National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration) weather channels and alert you to weather emergencies on a weather channel you can select for your area.

NOTE

Your equipment will be black. White images are shown in this manual for illustration purposes only.

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 6:00 p.m. CT Mon. through Fri. (except holidays) 773-889-3087 (phone).

Questions English and Spanish. Faxes can be received at 773-622-2269 (fax).

Technical Assistance English only. www.cobra.com (on-line: Frequently Asked Questions). English and Spanish. productinfo

@cobra.com (e-mail).

For Assistance Outside the U.S.A.

Contact Your Local Dealer

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6500 West Cortland Street

Chicago, Illinois 60707 USA

www.cobra.com

Introduction

On-Off Power/

Volume Knob

Antenna

Backlit

LCD

Screen

Talk

Button

Backlight/

Monitor

Button

Instant

Channel

16 Button

Channel

Up Button

Channel

Down Button

Speaker/

Microphone

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Controls and Indicators

Wrist Strap

External Speaker/ Microphone Jack

Connector

Belt Clip

Battery

Door

Latch

Battery Compartment

High/Low Power – Lock Button

Mode Button

Weather/ UIC Button

Charge Jack

Backlit LCD Screen

Introduction

Backlit LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Screen

Receive or Transmit

Signal Strength Icons

Busy

Transmit Icon

High/Low Power Icons

Icon

Product Features

Dual Power

Selectable to 500 mW or 2 watts output power for near or distant calling.

U.S.A./International/Canada Channels

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

Ten NOAA Weather Channels

Instant access to all of the national weather channels, 24 hours a day.

Emergency Weather Alert

Can alert you with an audible tone and visual alarm if threatening weather is nearby.

Waterproof

Meets JIS4 waterproof standards.

Channel Scan

Lets you scan through all channels to find conversations in progress.

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and Product Features

Button Lock Icon

Weather Channel Icon

Keystroke

Tones Icon

Numbers

Channel

Weather Alert Icon

Button Lock

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

Instant Channel 16

Instant access to priority Channel 16.

Power Saver

Uses battery saver circuitry to extend the life of your batteries.

Keystroke Tones Can be turned on or off.

Waterproof Pouch

Makes the unit completely waterproof (one pouch per radio included).

Four AAA Rechargeable NiMH Batteries Included

Provides extended operating time compared to alkaline batteries with no memory effect (one set of batteries per radio included).

Adapter/Charger Included

Lets you charge the batteries right in the radio (one charger per radio included).

U-I-C Active Channel Map Icons

Simplex Operation Icon

Battery Power Icon

Scan Icon

Power Saver Icon

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Introduction

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

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

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

Backlit LCD Screen and Product Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A3

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

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

VHF Marine Radio Protocols

FCC Licensing Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

VHF Marine Radio Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Voice Calling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Radiotelephone Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Emergency Messages and Distress Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

VHF Marine Channel Assignments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

NOAA Weather Channels and Alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Installation

Included in this Package . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Wrist Strap, Belt Clip and Speaker/Microphone Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Batteries and Adapter/Charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Operating Your Radio

Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

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

NOAA All Hazards/Weather Radio and Alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

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

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Warranty

Limited One-Year Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Customer Service

Product Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Order Form and Optional Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

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Introduction

Important Safety Information

Introduction

Important Safety Information

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

Warning and Caution Statements

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

WARNING

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

CAUTION

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

General Precautions

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

WARNINGS

Your 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:

ALWAYS hold the radio at least two inches (5 cm) away from you when you are transmitting.

NEVER allow the antenna to touch any part of your body when transmitting.

KEEP the radio at least as far from bystanders as from yourself.

DO NOT transmit more than 50% of the time the radio is in use.

DO NOT operate the radio in an explosive atmosphere, near blasting sites,

or in any area where signs are posted prohibiting radio transmissions.

DO NOT allow children or anyone unfamiliar with proper procedures to operate the radio without supervision.

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CAUTIONS

Your radio is splashproof 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 three feet (1 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 qualified technician.

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

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Use only the Cobra®charger to recharge NiMH batteries in the radio.

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Do not short circuit the batteries.

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When replacing the batteries, dispose of the old batteries properly. NiMH batteries may explode if disposed of in a fire.

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

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Introduction

Recommendations for Marine Communication FCC Information

VHF Marine Radio Protocols

Recommendations for Marine Communication

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

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hand held radio with up

fixed mount radio with up to 25 watts of output power. (Visit www.cobra.com or your local dealer for model availability.)

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

The 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 don’t know where you are, the Coast Guard will have difficulty finding you if you’re using a cellular telephone.

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

VHF Marine Radio Protocols

FCC LICENSING INFORMATION

CobraMarine™VHF radios comply with the FCC (Federal Communications Commission) requirements that regulate the Maritime Radio Service.

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 that can be accessed by pressing one key.

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 a HF single side band radiotelephone, or carrying a marine satellite terminal must obtain a station license.

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FCC license forms and applications for ship and land stations can be downloaded through the Internet at www.fcc.gov/forms. 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., Illinois 1234 AB) be used as a call sign and be clearly visible on the vessel.

Canadian Ship Station License

This portable VHF radiotelephone is suitable ONLY for voluntary carriage onboard Canadian ships NOT subject to the Ship Station (Radio) Regulations, 1999. You may need a license if your vessel is operated in Canadian waters. Please contact the nearest field office or write: Industry of Canada, Radio Regulatory Branch, Attn: DOSP, 300 Slater Street, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada K1A 0C8.

User Responsibility and Operating Locations

All users are responsible for observing domestic and foreign government regulations

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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.

NOTE

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

FCC Warnings: Replacement or substitution of transistors, regular diodes, or other parts of a unique nature, with parts other than those recommended

by Cobra

may cause a violation of the technical regulations of part 80 of the

FCC Rules, or violation of type acceptance requirements of part 2 of the rules.

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VHF Marine Radio

VHF Marine Radio Protocols VHF Marine Radio Protocols

Procedures Voice Calling

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

Calling Coast Stations

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

Calling Other Vessels

Call other vessels on Channel 16 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.

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 minutes before calling again. After three calling periods, wait at least 15 minutes before calling again.

Change Channels

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

Station Identification

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

Prohibited Communications

You MUST NOT transmit:

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False distress or emergency messages.

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Messages containing obscene, indecent or profane words or meaning.

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

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When you are on land.

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Voice Calling

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

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Make sure your radio is on.

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

NOTE

Channel 9 may be used by recreational vessels for general-purpose calling. This frequency should be used whenever possible to relieve congestion on Channel 16.

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

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Once contact is made on the calling channel, you must switch to a proper working channel. See the channel listing on page 12 – 13.

For Example

The vessel Corsair calling the vessel Vagabond:

Corsair: “Vagabond, this is Corsair.”

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

Corsair: “72.” or “Roger.”

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

NOTE

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

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VHF Marine Radio Protocols VHF Marine Radio Protocols

Radiotelephone Calls

Emergency Messages and Distress Procedure

Radiotelephone Calls

Boaters may make and receive radiotelephone calls to and from any number on the telephone network by using the services of public coast stations. Calls can be made — for a fee — between your VHF radio and telephones on land, sea and in the air. See pages 12 – 21 for the public correspondence (marine operator) channels.

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

CAUTION

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

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

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Marine Emergency Signals

The three spoken international emergency signals are:

MAYDAY

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

PAN PAN

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

SECURITE

The safety signal SECURITE is used for messages about the safety of navigation or important weather warnings. (This signal is properly pronounced see-cure-it-tay.)

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

If You Hear a Distress Call

You must give any message beginning with one of these signals priority over any other messages. 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, YOU should answer. If the distressed vessel is not nearby, wait a short time for others who may be closer to acknowledge. Even if you cannot render direct assistance, you may be in a position to relay the message.

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Emergency Messages

VHF Marine Radio Protocols VHF Marine Radio Protocols

and Distress Procedure

Emergency Messages and Distress Procedure

Marine Distress Procedure

Speak slowly — clearly — calmly.

1. Make sure your radio is on.

2. Select VHF Channel 16.

3. Press Talk button and say:

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

4. Say:

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

5. Say:

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

6. Tell where you are:

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

7. State the nature of your distress.

8. State the kind of assistance needed.

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

10.Estimate present seaworthiness of your vessel.

11.Briefly describe your vessel (length, type, 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 item 3 above.

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

For Example

“Mayday — Mayday — Mayday”

“This is Corsair — Corsair — Corsair” (or “Illinois 1234 AB” three times)

“Mayday Corsair (or Illinois 1234 AB)”

“Navy Pier bears 220 degrees magnetic — distance five miles”

“Struck submerged object and flooding — need pump and tow”

“Four adults, three children aboard — no one injured”

“Estimate we will remain afloat one half hour”

“Corsair (or Illinois 1234 AB) is 26 foot sloop with blue hull and tan deck house”

“I will be listening on Channel 16”

“This is Corsair (or Illinois 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.

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VHF Marine

VHF Marine Radio Protocols VHF Marine Radio Protocols

Channel Assignments

VHF Marine Channel Assignments

Three sets of VHF channels 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 maps, but there are definite differences (see table on the following pages). Your radio has all three maps built into it and will operate correctly in whichever area you choose.

The following is a brief outline of the channel assignments in the U.S.A. Channel Map.

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

Channel 22A

To talk to the Coast Guard (non-emergency) after making contact on Channel 16.

Non-Commercial

Channels 68*, 69, 71, 72, 78A, 79A*, 80A*

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

Commercial

Channels 1A, 7A, 8, 9, 10, 11, 18A, 19A, 63A, 67, 72, 79A, 80A, 88A*

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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Public Correspondence (marine operator)

Channels 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 84, 84A, 85, 85A, 86, 86A, 87, 87A, 88*

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

Port Operations

Channels 1A*, 5A*, 12*, 14*, 20A, 63A*, 65A, 66A, 73, 74, 77*

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

Navigational

Channels 13, 67

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

Maritime Control

Channel 17

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.

Weather

Channels Wx 1 thru 10

Receive-only channels for NOAA weather broadcasts. You cannot transmit on them.

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.

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VHF Marine Radio Protocols

VHF Marine Channel Assignments

VHF Marine Radio Protocols

VHF Marine Channel Assignments

Channel Channel Map Frequency Power Number USA Int’l Canada Transmit Receive Limits

01A

02 ••156.100 160.700 03 ••156.150 160.750

03A • 156.150 156.150

04 • 156.200 160.800

04A • 156.200 156.200

05 • 156.250 160.850

05A ••156.250 156.250

06 •••156.300 156.300 07 • 156.350 160.950

07A ••156.350 156.350

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

14 •••156.700 156.700 15 • Rx Only 156.750 15 ••156.750 156.750 1 Watt CAN and INT 16 •••156.800 156.800 17 •••156.850 156.850 1 Watt USA and CAN

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•••156.650 156.650 1 Watt USA and CAN

156.050 160.650

156.050 156.050

Channel Use

01 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)

01A Port Operations and Commercial, VTS in selected areas

02 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)

03 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)

03A Government Only

04 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port Operations, Ship Movement

04A West Coast (Coast Guard Only); East Coast (Commercial Fishing)

05 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port Operations, Ship Movement

05A Port Operations, VTS in selected areas

06 Intership Safety

07 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port Operations, Ship Movement

07A Commercial

08 Commercial (Intership Only)

09 Boater Calling Channel, Non-Commercial (Recreational)

10 Commercial

11 Commercial, VTS in selected areas

12 Port Operations, VTS in selected areas

13 Intership Navigation Safety (Bridge-to-Bridge). In U.S. waters,

large vessels maintain a listening watch on this channel.

14 Port Operations, VTS in selected areas

15 Environmental (Receive Only). Used by class C EPIRB’s.

15 Canada (EPIRB Buoys Only); International (On-Board Communication)

16 International Distress, Safety and Calling

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

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Channel Assignments

VHF Marine Channel Assignments

Channel Channel Map Frequency Power Number USA Int’l Canada Transmit Receive Limits

18A

19A

20A

21A

22A

23A

61A

62A

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156.900 161.500

156.900 156.900

156.950 161.550

156.950 156.950

157.000 161.600 1 Watt CAN

157.000 157.000

157.050 161.650

157.050 157.050

157.100 161.700

157.100 157.100

157.150 161.750

157.150 157.150

157.200 161.800

157.250 161.850

157.300 161.900

157.350 161.950

157.400 162.000

156.025 160.625

156.075 160.675

156.075 156.075

156.125 160.725

156.125 156.125

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Channel Use

18 Port Operations, Ship Movement

18A Commercial

19 Port Operations, Ship Movement

19A Commercial

20 Canada (Coast Guard Only); International (Port Operations, Ship Movement)

20A Port Operations

21 Port Operations, Ship Movement

21A U.S. (Government Only); Canada (Coast Guard Only)

22 Port Operations, Ship Movement

22A U.S. and Canadian Coast Guard Liaison and Maritime Safety Information

Broadcasts that are announced on Channel 16

23 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)

23A Government Only

24 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)

25 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)

26 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)

27 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)

28 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)

60 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)

61 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port Operation, Ship Movement

61A U.S. (Government Only); Canada (Coast Guard Only);

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

62 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port Operations, Ship Movement

62A West Coast (Coast Guard Only); East Coast (Commercial Fishing)

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Channel Assignments

VHF Marine Channel Assignments

Channel Channel Map Frequency Power Number USA Int’l Canada Transmit Receive Limits

63A

64A

65A

66A

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156.175 160.775

156.175 156.175

156.225 160.825

156.225 156.225

156.275 160.875

156.275 156.275

156.325 160.925

156.325 156.325 1 Watt CAN

156.375 156.375 1 Watt USA

156.425 156.425

156.475 156.475

RX only 156.525

156.575 156.575

156.625 156.625

156.675 156.675

156.725 156.725

156.875 156.875 1 Watt USA and CAN

Channel Use

63 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port Operations, Ship Movement

63A Port Operations and Commercial, VTS in selected areas

64 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port Operations, Ship Movement

64A U.S. (Government Only); Canada (Commercial Fishing)

65 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port Operations, Ship Movement

65A Port Operations

66 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port Operations, Ship Movement

66A Port Operations

67 U.S. (Commercial). Used for bridge-to-bridge communications in lower

Mississippi River (Intership Only); Canada (Commercial Fishing), S&R

68 Non-Commercial (Recreational)

69 U.S. (Non-Commercial, Recreational); Canada (Commercial Fishing Only);

International (Intership, Port Operations, Ship Movement)

70 Digital Selective Calling (Voice communications not allowed)

71 U.S. and Canada (Non-Commercial, Recreational);

International (Port Operations, Ship Movement)

72 Non-Commercial (Intership Only)

73 U.S. (Port Operations); Canada (Commercial Fishing Only);

International (Intership, Port Operations, Ship Movement)

74 U.S. (Port Operations); Canada (Commercial Fishing Only);

International (Intership, Port Operations, Ship Movement)

77 Port Operations (Intership only). Restricted to communications

with pilots for movement and docking of ships.

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VHF Marine

VHF Marine Radio Protocols VHF Marine Radio Protocols

Channel Assignments

VHF Marine Channel Assignments

Channel Channel Map Frequency Power Number USA Int’l Canada Transmit Receive Limits

78A

79A

80A

81A

82A

83A

84A

85A

86A

87A

88A

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156.925 161.525

156.925 156.925

156.975 161.575

156.975 156.975

157.025 161.625

157.025 157.025

157.075 161.675

157.075 157.075

157.125 161.725

157.125 157.125

157.175 161.775

157.175 157.175

157.225 161.825

157.225 157.225

157.275 161.875

157.275 157.275

157.325 161.925

157.325 157.325

157.375 161.975

157.375 157.375

157.425 162.025

157.425 157.425

Channel Use

78 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)

78A Non-Commercial (Recreational)

79 Port Operations, Ship Movement

79A Commercial (Also Non-Commercial only in Great Lakes)

80 Port Operations, Ship Movement

80A Commercial (Also Non-Commercial only in Great Lakes)

81 Port Operations, Ship Movement

81A U.S. (Government Only; Environmental Protection Operations)

82 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port Operation, Ship Movement

82A U.S. (Government Only); Canada (Coast Guard Only)

83 Canada (Coast Guard Only)

83A U.S. (Government Only); Canada (Coast Guard Only)

84 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)

84A Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)

85 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)

85A Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)

86 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)

86A Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)

87 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)

87A Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)

88 Public Correspondence (Ship to Coast). In U.S. only within

75 miles of Canadian Border.

88A Commercial Intership only

NOTE

Many of the plain numbered channels, such as 01, 02 and 03, transmit and receive on different frequencies. This is termed duplex operation. The rest of the plain numbered channels and all of the A channels, such as 01A, 03A and 04A, transmit and receive on a single frequency, which is termed simplex operation. Your radio automatically adjusts to these conditions. When in simplex operation, the A icon will appear on the LCD (see illustration on page A3).

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NOTE

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

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NOAA Weather Channels

VHF Marine Radio Protocols Installation

and Alert Included in this Package

NOAA Weather Channels and Alert

Monitoring the weather will probably be a frequent use of your VHF radio. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) provides continuous, around-the-clock broadcasts of the latest weather information. Taped weather messages run every four to six minutes and are revised every two to three 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 VHF 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 notified, 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 signal is sent on the weather channel you last used, your radio will switch from Standby mode to that weather channel. You will not hear the tone signal, but you will hear the weather alert message. The Weather Alert icon can be turned on or off by pressing the Mode button.

Test

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 feature to verify that this feature is functioning properly.

Weather Frequency

Channel RX Frequency MHz

1 162.550

2 162.400

3 162.475

4 162.425

5 162.450

6 162.500

7 162.525

8 161.650

9 161.775

10 163.275

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Included in this Package

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

Radio

Operating Instruction Manual Belt Clip

Wrist Strap

™

VHF radio:

Cigarette Lighter Plug

Rechar

geable NiMH Batteries

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Wrist Strap, Belt Clip and

Installation Installation

Speaker/Microphone Jack

Batteries and Adapter/Charger

Wrist Strap, Belt Clip and Speaker/Microphone Jack

The radio is shipped with a Wrist Strap and Belt Clip in the package. The Speaker/Microphone Jack can be used with additional accessories. Contact your local Cobra

Wrist Strap

dealer or Cobra®directly for optional accessories.

Wrist Strap

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

Belt Clip

Use the Belt Clip to carry your radio around with you. Simply squeeze the clip and place it where you prefer.

External Speaker/Microphone Jack

Your radio can be fitted with an optional External Speaker/Microphone (not included), freeing your hands for other tasks. Contact your local CobraMarine

Speaker/Microphone Tab

™

dealer or Cobra®directly for optional accessories.

To attach the external speaker/microphone:

1. Open the speaker/microphone tab on top

of the radio.

2. Insert the plug into the speaker/microphone jack.

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Batteries and Adapter/Charger

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Your radio includes four rechargeable NiMH (Nickel-Metal Hydride) Batteries (part No. FA-BP) and a 12V DC Adapter/Charger in the package. Your adapter/charger is capable of recharging one radio with batteries installed in battery compartment.

You should fully charge the included rechargeable NiMH batteries before using your radio for the first time.

Remove Belt Clip

Installing the Batteries

To install or replace batteries:

1. Remove belt clip by releasing belt clip latch

and sliding clip down.

2. Pull down on the battery door latch to remove the battery compartment cover.

3. Insert the rechargeable NiMH batteries

Remove Battery Cover

(part No. FA-BP) according to polarity markings.

4. Replace battery compartment cover and belt clip.

NOTE

Your radio can also be operated with four standard AAA alkaline batteries. Always use high quality alkaline batteries. Position batteries according to polarity markings.

Insert Four (4) Batteries

NOTE

Contact your local CobraMarine

™

dealer or Cobra

directly for optional accessories.

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WARNING

Only the rechargeable NiMH batteries (part No. FA-BP) can be recharged.

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Installation

Batteries and Adapter/Charger Getting Started

Operating Your Radio

Charge Tab

Fully Charged

Charging the Batteries

To recharge the rechargeable NiMH battery pack in radio:

1. Insert NiMH batteries (part No. FA-BP) in the

battery compartment. (See page 25 for installing batteries.)

2. Open the charge tab on the side of the unit.

3. Insert the plug into the charge jack.

4. Plug power supply into a 12 volt DC port.

A full charge will take approximately 15 hours. You can leave the unit in trickle charge indefinitely.

NOTE

Your radio can also be operated with four standard AAA alkaline batteries.

WARNING

Only the rechargeable NiMH batteries (part No. FA-BP) can be recharged.

Maintaining the Battery Charge

As you use your radio, the battery power icon will show the battery power remaining. When the icon shows only one or no segment, it is time to either charge or change the batteries.

Getting Started

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

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

Whenever you press any button except the Talk button on your radio, a brief tone (beep) will sound to confirm the button press. With all button presses, the appropriate icon will appear on the LCD and the backlight will turn on. The backlight will stay on for five seconds after the button is released.

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

Power On-Off

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

On-Off Power/Volume Knob

To turn your radio on:

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

until you hear and feel a click.

When the radio is powered on, a brief tone will sound, the display backlight will turn on, and the display will show all icons for two seconds. All buttons will be inoperative during these two seconds.

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

When first turned on or after memory loss, the following defaults will be set:

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Channel 1A

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Transmit power high

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Frequency channel map set to U.S.A.

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Battery indicator set

To turn your radio off:

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

counter-clockwise until you hear and feel a click.

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Operating Your Radio Operating Your Radio

Getting Started Getting Started

On-Off Power/Volume Knob

Power Saver Icon

Weather/UIC Button

Active Channel Map Icon

Volume

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

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

To increase the volume:

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

To decrease the volume:

1. Turn the On-Off Power/Volume knob counter-clockwise.

Power Saver

Your radio has a unique circuit designed to extend battery life. If there are no transmissions within 10 seconds, the radio will automatically switch to Power Save mode and the Save icon will flash in the LCD. This will not affect the radio’s ability to receive incoming transmissions.

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

Three 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 maps, but there are definite differences (see information on pages 14 – 21). Your radio has all three maps built into it and will operate correctly in whichever area you choose.

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

1. From Standby mode, press and hold the Weather/UIC

button for three seconds. The U, I or C icon will blink on the LCD.

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

Channel Up or Down Buttons

Currently On Channel 88

Low Power Mode

High Power Mode

High/Low Power – Lock Button

Channels

Your radio will receive and transmit VHF signals on the Channel indicated on the LCD. You can change the Channel at any time using the Channel Up and

Channel Down buttons.

To change channels:

1. Press the Channel Up or Channel Down button.

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

You can hold the Channel Up or Channel Down button for fast advance.

The beep sound will occur only at the first press of the button and not during fast advance.

If the radio is in the Key Lock mode, the channel will not change and the three beep error signal will sound.

Transmit Power Output

Your radio can Transmit selectively at one half or two watts of power. Cobra setting for short-range communications, to conserve battery life and to avoid overpowering nearby stations with your signal. Use the high power setting for long-range communications or when you do not receive a response to a signal sent at one half watt.

To toggle between the High and Low Power modes:

1. Press the High/Low Power – Lock button.

The LCD will show which mode is in effect.

suggests you maintain the low power

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Getting Started and

Operating Your Radio Operating Your Radio

Standby/Receive and Transmit Standby/Receive and Transmit

Backlight/Monitor Button

Backlight

The LCD will be illuminated by the Backlight whenever the Backlight/Monitor button is pressed. It will remain on for

10 seconds. If a button on the front panel is pressed while the Backlight is on, it will remain on for 10 seconds after

Locked Buttons

that button is pressed.

Key Lock

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

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Channel Up Button

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Channel Down Button

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High/Low Power Feature

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Mode Button

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High/Low Power-Lock Button

Weather/UIC Button

To lock or unlock the buttons:

1. Press and hold the Hi/Lo Power-Lock button for three

seconds. The Lock icon will appear or disappear in the LCD.

When key lock is on, pressing any of the listed

Key Lock Icon

buttons on the front of the radio will result in a three beep error message. Both the Backlight/ Monitor button and the Talk button are active — you can receive or transmit a message with key lock on, but you cannot change the channel.

Standby/Receive and Transmit

Standby and Receive

Standby mode is the usual mode for the radio whenever it is turned on. From this mode, you can change your settings using the buttons on the front of the radio and switch to Transmit mode using the Talk button. Signals will be Received on the selected channel(s) and alerts broadcast by the Coast Guard and NOAA will activate the corresponding routines in your radio.

Check Channel Number

Transmit

Transmit mode gives you the ability to interact with safety services, other vessels and shore stations. When you use this capability, be sure to follow the procedures and to observe the courtesies that govern its use so everyone benefits. (See pages 12 – 21 to help you select the proper channels.)

Low Power Mode

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. Toggle to the low power setting.

3. With the microphone about two inches (5 cm)

2 Inches (5 cm) From Mouth

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

Talk Button

When the last segment disappears from the Battery Power icon, the battery outline of the icon will start to

blink to indicate very little power is left. The radio will

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Transmit Icon

still transmit until the battery voltage drops below the minimum required to operate the radio.

NOTE

Coast Guard alerts are broadcast on Channel 16 and you need to have weather alert turned on to receive NOAA alerts.

While in Standby mode, you will receive any messages sent on the channel to which you are tuned.

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Operating Your Radio Operating Your Radio

Weather Radio and Alert Weather Radio and Alert

NOAA All Hazards/Weather Radio and Alert

Weather Radio

NOAA broadcasts Weather information as described in the NOAA Weather channels section on page 22 of this manual. You can tune to these 10 channels at any time (only in the Receive mode).

NOTE

Only one or two of the weather channels will be operating in any given location. You will need to select the channel with the strongest signal in your location.

Mode Button

Weather Mode

Channel Up or Down Buttons

To listen to the weather channels:

1. From Standby mode, press the Weather/UIC button.

The radio will enter the Weather mode and the icon will show on the LCD.

2. Press the Channel Up or Channel Down button to change the weather channels — hold the button for fast advance.

3. To exit the Weather mode and return to Standby mode, press the Weather/UIC button again.

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Weather Alert

NOAA also broadcasts special Weather Alerts to warn of severe weather. These are preceded by a special signal that your radio can detect. However, you must set your radio to the weather channel that broadcasts a strong signal in the area where you are, and you must activate the Weather Alert mode on your radio to benefit from this signal.

Mode Button

To activate weather alert:

1. Press the Mode button until the Weather Alert icon flashes and the current on or off setting is displayed.

2. Press the Channel Up or Channel Down button

Weather Alert Icon

to turn Weather Alert mode on or off.

3. Alert icon will continue to be displayed when weather alert is on.

a. Press the Mode button to enter the new

setting and proceed to other functions.

b. Press the Talk button to enter the new

settings and return to Standby mode.

Channel Up or Down Buttons

Weather Alert Signal

In the event of a major storm or other weather condition requiring vessels at sea or on other bodies of water to be notified, 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 signal is sent on the weather channel you last used, your radio will switch from Standby mode to that weather channel. You will not hear the tone signal, but you will hear the Weather Alert message. The Weather Alert icon can be turned on or off by pressing the Mode button.

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Operating Your Radio Operating Your Radio

Advanced Operation Advanced Operation

Advanced Operation

Channel 16 Button

Channel 16

While at Channel 16 in the Channel 16 mode, you can also press the Channel Up and Channel Down buttons to change channels. In that event, another press of the Channel 16 button will switch your radio to Channel 16 and the sequence will start over at step 1.

If you press the Channel Up or Channel Down button when Key Lock mode is on, you will get a three beep error message and your radio will not change mode.

Channel 16

This function gives you quick access to the calling

Channel 16 — from any operational mode.

To switch to Channel 16:

1. Press the Channel 16 button to change to Channel 16.

To exit the Channel 16 mode and return to whatever status existed before entering this mode, press the Channel 16 button a second time.

Channel Scan

During Channel Scan, the radio will rapidly switch from channel to channel. Whenever any activity is detected, the radio will stop the scan for 10 seconds to allow you to listen briefly on that channel. It will then continue to scan unless you switch out of the Scan mode.

Mode Button

Scan Icon

Channel Up or Down Buttons

To enter channel scan:

1. Press the Mode button until the Scan icon

flashes on the display.

2. Press the Channel Up or Channel Down button to begin scanning channels.

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

NOTE

The radio’s operation will be suspended indefinitely until the Channel Up or Channel Down button is pressed while the Scan icon is flashing.

To exit channel scan:

1. From Scan mode, press the Talk button. This will return the radio to Standby mode on the last scanned channel.

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Talk or Channel Up/Down

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

a. Press the Talk button to remain on that channel and end

scanning. This will return the radio to Standby mode.

b. Press the Channel Up or Channel Down button

to resume scanning channels.

If you do not press any buttons within 10 seconds, your radio will automatically resume scanning channels.

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

a. Press the Talk button to communicate on the last

memory location scanned and return to Standby mode.

b. Press the Channel Up or Channel Down button to

change scan direction.

Keystroke Tones

With Keystroke Tones turned on, your radio will sound beeps each time you press a button or change a setting.

Mode Button

Keystroke Tones Icon

Channel Up or Down Buttons

To turn keystroke tones on or off:

When you turn on your radio for the first time, keystroke tones will be on.

1. Press the Mode button until the Keystroke Tones icon flashes on the display. The current on or off setting is displayed.

2. Press the Channel Up or Channel Down button to turn keystroke tones on or off.

3. When your desired Keystroke Tone mode setting is displayed, choose one of the following:

a. Press the Mode button to enter the new

setting and proceed to other functions.

b. Press the Talk button to enter the new

setting and return to Standby mode.

The setting you select will be saved when you turn your radio off and on again. When keystroke tones are on, the Keystroke Tone icon will be displayed.

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Maintenance and

Operating Your Radio Operating Your Radio

Troubleshooting

Specifications

Maintenance

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

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Keep the radio and adapter/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.

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

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

Troubleshooting

Problem Possible Cause(s) Solution(s)

No display on LCD when radio is turned

NiMH batteries run down quickly

Will transmit at one half watt, but not at two watts

Will not transmit Selected channel is

No sound from speaker Volume level is too low Re-adjust volume

No response to button press

No answer to calls Out of range of

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Batteries are exhausted

Batteries not installed properly

Replace or recharge batteries

Remove batteries and reinstall according to polarity markings

Batteries are at the

Replace with new batteries

end of their life

Batteries are low

Selected channel is limited to one watt

Replace or recharge batteries

Switch to another channel

Switch to

limited to receive only

another channel

Button Lock is on Press and hold

High/Low Power-Lock button

Switch to two watts

other station

Signal is blocked by terrain

or move closer

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

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Specifications

General

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Frequency Range: TX 156.025 to 157.425 MHz Frequency Range: RX 156.050 to 163.275 MHz Number of Channels All U.S., Canadian and International

10 NOAA Weather Channels Channel Spacing 25 kHz Modulation 16 KOF3E Input Voltage 6 VDC Battery Life: Alkaline Batteries:

5% TX, 5% RX, 90% Stand-by 20 Hours @ 2 Watts, 24 hours @ 1⁄2 Watt Current Drain:

Stand-by 10 mA

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Receive 35 mA

Transmit 700 mA @ High power 200 mA @ Low Temperature Range -20˚C to 60˚C Radio Dimensions W x D x H 2.13" x 1.2" x 8.77" (including antenna)

(54.1 mm x 30.5 mm x 222.8 mm )

Radio Weight 4 oz. (without batteries)

(113.5 g)

Receiver

Frequency Range 156.050 to 163.275 MHz Receiver Type Double Conversion Super-Heterodyne Sensitivity:

20 dB Quieting 0.35 uV

12 dB Sinad 0.30 uV Adjacent Channel Selectivity -50 dB Intermodulation and Rejection -60 dB Spurious and Image Rejection -50 dB AF Output 250 mW @ 8 Ohms

Transmitter

Frequency Range: TX 156.025 to 157.425 MHz RF Output Power

⁄2 Watt and 2 Watts Spurious Emissions -60 dB High -55 dB Low Microphone Type Condenser External Microphone Impedance 1000 Ohms Frequency Stability +/-10 ppm FM Hum and Noise -45 dB

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Warranty Customer Service

Warranty

Product Service

Limited One-Year Warranty

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 one year from the date of first consumer purchase. This warranty may be enforced by the first consumer purchaser, provided that the product is utilized within the U.S.A.

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

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

You must pay any initial shipping charges required to ship the product for warranty service, but the return charges will be at Cobra product is repaired or replaced under warranty. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state.

Exclusions: This limited warranty does not apply:

1. 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 fitness for a particular purpose are limited in duration to the length of this warranty.

shall not be liable for any incidental, consequential or other damages;

Cobra 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.

Factory Service

’s expense, if the

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Product Service

If you have any questions about operation or installing your new CobraMarine

™

VHF product, or if you are missing parts…

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Please call Cobra®first! DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE! See customer assistance on page A1.

If your product should require factory service, please call Cobra 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

first before

to furnish the following to have the product serviced and returned:

1. For warranty repair include some form of proof-of-purchase, such as a mechanical reproduction or carbon of a sales receipt. If you send the original receipt, it cannot be returned.

2. Send the entire product.

3. Enclose a description of what is happening with the 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 Service, Cobra

Electronics Corporation, 6500 West Cortland Street, Chicago,

Factory

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 to four 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.

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

For Products Purchased Outside the U.S.A.

Please contact your local dealer for warranty information.

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Customer Service

Order Form and Optional Accessories

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$200.01 plus . . . . . 10% of

*For AK, HI and PR add

additional $26.95 for FedEx Next Day or $10.95 for FedEx 2nd Day. Excludes weekend and holiday shipments.

Please allow 2-3 weeks for delivery in the U.S. Prices subject to change without notice.

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You can find quality Cobra®products and accessories at your local Cobra directly from Cobra

dealer, or in the U.S.A., you can order

Ordering From U.S.A.

Call 773-889-3087 for pricing or visit www.cobra.com. For credit card orders, complete and return this order

form to fax number 773-622-2269. Or call 773-889-3087 (Press 1 from the main menu) 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday.

Make check or money order payable to:

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Cobra Electronics MR HH90 VP User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Table of Contents

VHF Marine Radio Procedures

VHF Marine Radio Protocols Installation

Charging the Batteries

Power On-Off

Volume

Power Saver

Channels

Transmit Power Output

Backlight

Key Lock

Standby/Receive and Transmit

NOAA All Hazards/Weather Radio and Alert

Advanced Operation

Channel 16

Channel Scan

Keystroke Tones

Troubleshooting

Maintenance

Warranty