Cobra Electronics MT 800 User Manual

Two-Way Radio Mo d e l MT 80 0

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EN G L I S H

Product Features

• Two-Way Radio with up to a5 km (3 mile)range

• 8 Channels*

• 38 CTCSS Privacy Codes

• 83 DCS Privacy Codes

• Backlit LCD Display

• Battery Saver Circuitry

• Maximum Range Extender

• VOX Mode for Hands-Free Transmissions

• Baby Monitor Function

• Call Alert (10 SelectableTones)

• Scan (Channel, PrivacyCode)

• Dual Watch Programmable 2-Location Scan

• Key Lock

• Auto Squelch

• Selectable On/Off "Roger Beep" Confirmation Tone

• Selectable On/Off Keystroke Tone

• Combination Speaker/Microphone/Charging Jack

• Belt Clip

*You are not allowed to use channels 1 and2 in France.

This situation can change; please contact the French radio licensing authority for more information.

1. Antenna . External Speaker/

Microphone/Charge Jack

3. Mode/Power Button . Lock Button

5. Channel Control Buttons

6. Speaker/Microphone . Light/Max Range Button

8. Volume Control Buttons

9. Talk Button

0. CallButton

11. Belt Clip

12. Battery Compartment

3. Lock Tab

Printed in China Part No. 480-332-P Version A

1. Dual Watch Icon

2. Scan Icon

3. Roger Beep Icon

4. DCS Icon

5. Keystroke Tone Icon

6. Lock Icon

7. VOX Icon

8. CTCSS Icon

9. Baby Monitor Icon

10. Battery Low Icon

11. Privacy Code Numbers

12. Power Saver Icon

13. Main Channel Number

14. Receive/Transmit Icon

OP E R AT I O N

Product Information

T m

his microTALK

adio has been manufactured to

eet all required standards for radio equipment using PMR 446 frequencies as authorized. The use of this two-way radio product involves the

ublic airways and its use may be subject to local

aws or regulations. Contact your radio licensing

l authority for more information.

Caring for Your Radio

our microTALK

adio will give you years of

r trouble-free service if cared for properly. Here are a few suggestions:

• Handle the radio gently.

• Keep it away from dust.

• Never put the radio in water or in a damp place.

• Avoid exposure to extreme temperatures.

Charger and Rechargeable Batteries

To Insert Batteries in Radio:

1. Remove belt clip by

releasing belt clip latch and sliding clip up.

2. Pull up on lock tab to

remove battery cover (on back of radio).

3. Insert batteries according to

polaritymarkings.

emove Belt Clip

Lock Tab

English

Each port can charge one radio. Uses 230-volt

daptor.

obra recommends your radio is turned Off while

C being charged.

Radio Power

To Turn Your Radio On:

Press and hold the

ODE/POWER button until

ou hear a series of audible

y tones indicating that the radio is On.

Your microTALK

radio is now in LISTENING MODE, ready to receive transmissions. The radio is always in LISTENING MODE, except when the TALK, CALL or MODE buttons are pressed.

To Turn Your Radio Off:

– Press and hold the POWER button.

ode/Power Button

Battery Low Indicator

When battery power is low, the BATTERY LOW indicator will blink, indicating that batteries should be recharged or replaced.

WARNING: Only the supplied

NiMH batteries can be recharged.

Battery Low

NOTE: Estimated operation time

Insert Batteries

on full charge: 12 hours.

These rechargeable batteries must be recycled or disposed of properly in compliance with all applicable laws. They must not be thrown in the rubbish bin. Some countries and local authorities require recycling and have established collection programs. Please contact your local waste disposal authority for instructions.

WARNING: Do not put batteries into fire or expose

to high heat. They may explode.

For Charging microTALK

Radio(s):

1. Check to see that the batteries have been inserted properly. See above for battery installation instructions.

Wall Charger

2. Insert round connector of wall charger into the charge jack located at the top of the radio. The wall

Insert Connector

charger has two (2) round connectors which enables you to charge either one or two (2) radios at a time.

3. Plug the wall charger into electrical outlet.

It is not recommended to rechargebatteries more than24 hours.Estimated operation time on a full charge is 12 hours. Use only the supplied rechargeable batteries and wall charger for recharging your microTALK radio. Non-rechargeable alkaline batteries can also

be used.

Battery/Power Saver

If there are no transmissions within 10 seconds, the unit will automatically switch to Battery Save Mode and POWER SAVER will appear in the display. This will not affect the unit’s ability to receive incoming transmissions.

Power Saver

Communicating with Another Person

1. Press and hold the TALK button.

2. With the microphone about 5 cm (2 inches) from your mouth, speak in a normal voice.

3. Release the button when you have finished talking and listen for a response.

You cannot receive incoming calls while pressing the TALK button.

NOTE: Both radios must be tuned to the same

channel and privacy code to communicate.

Talk Button

5 cm (2 Inches) From Mouth

OP E R AT I O N

English

Listening for a Response

elease the TALK button to

eceive incoming transmissions.

r Your microTALK

is always in

Listening

LISTENING MODE except when

he TALK, CALL or MODE

uttons are pressed.

To Adjust Volume

Press the VOLUME UP or the VOLUME DOWN buttons.

A double beep sound is used to indicate that you have reached the minimum (1) or maximum (8) volume level.

Volume Buttons

olume Level

Call Button

Press and release the CALL button.

The other person will hear a two (2) second ringing tone. You cannot receive transmissions while sending a call.

NOTE: Both radios must be tuned to the same

channel and privacy code to communicate.

Call Button

Channels

With the radio ON, select any of the 8 channels by pushing the CHANNEL UP or CHANNEL DOWN button.

You can press and hold the CHANNEL UP or CHANNEL DOWN button for fast advance.

NOTE: Both radios must be

tuned to the same channel and privacy code (see “CTCSS Privacy Codes” or “DCS Privacy Codes”) to communicate.

Channel Buttons

Channels

Lock Function

The LOCK button locks the CHANNEL UP, CHANNEL DOWN, and MODE/POWER buttons to prevent accidental operation.

To Use the Lock Function:

– Press and hold the LOCK

button for two (2) seconds to turn the Lock On or Off.

A double beep sound is used to confirm your Lock On or Off request. When the radio is in Lock Mode, the Lock icon will be displayed.

Lock Button

Lock Icon

To Illuminate Display

ress and release the

IGHT/MAX RANGE button to

Light/Max Range Button

illuminate the display for 10 seconds.

Auto Squelch/ Maximum Range Extender

Your microTALK®radio is equipped with Auto Squelch, which automatically shuts off weak

ransmissions and unwanted noise resulting from

t terrain, conditions, or from reaching your maximum range limit.

You can temporarily turn Off Auto Squelch or turn On Maximum Range Extender, allowing all signals to be received and extending the maximum range of your radio.

To Temporarily Turn Off Auto Squelch:

– Press the LIGHT/MAX RANGE button for less

than five (5) seconds.

If you hear two (2) beeps,

Light/Max Range Button

you have turned the Maximum Range Extender On (see below).

To Turn Maximum Range Extender On:

– Press and hold the LIGHT/MAX RANGE button

for at least five (5) seconds until you hear two (2) beeps, indicating that the Maximum Range Extender is On.

To Turn Maximum Range Extender Off:

– Press and release the LIGHT/MAX RANGE

button or change channels.

microTALK®Range

Your microTALK®radio has a range of up to 5 kilometres (3 miles). Your range will vary depending on terrain and conditions.

In flat, open country, your radio will operate at maximum range.

Buildings and foliage in the path of the signal can reduce the range.

Dense foliage and hilly terrain will further reduce the signal.

Remember, you can achieve maximum range by using Maximum Range Extender. See above for details.

Maximum Range

Reduced Range

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