Cobra 29LTDCLASSIC Manual
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1. The RF Gain is used to optimize reception in weak signal areas Turn counterclockwise to reduce O O gain Rotate the O RF Gain knob counterclockwise to reduce gain in strong signal areas In weak signal areas turn clockwise to increase gain Operation Setting Delta Tune Setting Squelch Gate closed o D STRONG SIGNALS D o D EEE MEDIUM SIGNALS HBH WEAK SIGNALS TD GATE CLOSED 56865 Setting Delta Tune Delta Tune functions as a fine tune control enabling you to capture a more readable signal as well as eliminate adjacent channel interference Cobra 29 LTD CLASSIC AX V 9 9 P CH9 4 Gio VOLUME SQUELCH DYNAMIKE RFGAIN ELTATUN MAX MIN Rotate Delta Tune knob to the center posi tion for optimum tuning Setting Squelch Squelch is the control gate for incoming signals Cobra 29 LTD CLASSIC AJ ee CALY x RF mam mam wae 3 579 gt VOLUME DYNAMIKE RFGAIN DELTATUNE O Full clockwise rotation closes the gate allowing only very strong signals to enter Operation SWR 2 3 _ CALY RF awa TD KI KV a E KE 3 r VOLUME SUUELCH DYNAMIKE RFGAIN MAX MIN Full counterclockwise rotation opens the gate allowing all signals in MMM r 3 ma zma U2. In a negative grounded vehicle connect the red lead of the DC power cord to an accessory 12 volt fuse Connect the black lead to the negative side of the vehicle This is usually the chassis Any con venient location with a good electrical contact remove paint may be used ee NK ae Installation PA SP EXT SP POWER Plug power cable into back of unit marked Power Be sure to observe polarity markings Mount the microphone F T bracket on either side of O the unit driver s left T gt using two screws sup g plied Bracket should be placed under the dash t t so microphone is readily accessible CAL VOLUME SQUELCH DYNAMIKE RF 66684 MAX MIN Attach the 4 pin microphone cable to receptacle on side of unit and install unit on bracket securely For Sales Information Please Contact RoadTrucker Inc www RoadTrucker com 8312 Sidbury Rd Wilmington NC 28411 800 507 0482 910 686 4281 Antennas CB Antenna Note For optimum performance in passenger cars the ideal anten na location is on the center of the roof Second choice is on the center of the trunk Note Because many newer trucks feature fiberglass door skins the outside mirror must be ground ed to the chassis Note 3 way Combination Antennas are also available which allow operation of all three bands AM FM
3. Select one of forty channels and adjust volume The selected channel is indicated by the LED readout directly above the channel selector knob For Sales Information Please Contact RoadTrucker Inc www RoadTrucker com 8312 Sidbury Rd Wilmington NC 28411 800 507 0482 910 686 4281 Operation Calibrate For SWR Standing Wave Ratio Note Antenna Indicator LED will illuminate when TX if SWR is high bbra 29 LTD OQ V ae ie RFGAIN 7 GAL TAX MIN Calibrate for SWR Standing Wave Ratio SWR calibration is done to properly adjust the length of the antenna and to monitor the quality of the coaxial cable and all RF connections This calibration is critical in order to achieve opti mum performance Select channel 20 pee 29 LT NE NB fal ANI O T Sco CJ nw VOLUME SQUELCH DYNAMIKE RFGAIN 6666 MAX MIN Switch to the Q CAL position Operation PUSH 8 HOLD 0000000 Note Calibration must be made in an open area never in a garage Vehicle doors must be closed No one should be standing near the antenna See your antenna directions for more complete information Push and hold mic button pbra 29 LTD CLASSIC TOOTS 20 RFGAIN DELTATUNE PRO X MIN While holding mic button adjust the SWR CAL knob so t
4. 455 KHZ AUTOMATIC GAIN CONTROL AGC LESS THAN 10 DB CHANGE IN AUDIO OUTPUT FOR INPUTS FROM 10 TO 50 000 MICROVOLTS RF GAIN CONTROL ADJUSTABLE FOR OPTIMUM SIGNAL RECEPTION NOISE BLANKER RF TYPE SQUELCHI a krakk ADJUSTABLE THRESHOLD LESS THAN 1uV AUDIO OUTPUT POWER 4 WATTS FREQUENCY RESPONSE 300 TO 3000 HZ DISTORTION ESS THAN 5 3 WATTS 1000 HZ BUILT IN SPEAKER 8 OHMS 5W EXTERNAL SPEAKER NOT SUPPLIED 8 OHMS DISABLES INTERNAL SPEAKER WHEN CONNECTED PA SYSTEM POWER OUTPUT 4 WATTS INTO EXTERNAL SPEAKER EXTERNAL SPEAKER FOR PA 8 OHMS WHEN PA CB SWITCH IS IN PA NOT SUPPLIED zisirisigrositiires THE PA SPEAKER ALSO MONITORS THE RECEIVER SEPARATE JACK PROVIDED SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE For Sales Information Please Contact RoadTrucker Inc www RoadTrucker com 8312 Sidbury Rd Wilmington NC 28411 800 507 0482 910 686 4281 Limited Two Year Warranty Cobra Electronics Corporation 6500 West Cortland Street Chicago Illinois 60707 COBRA ELECTRONICS CORPORATION warrants that its COBRA CB Radios and the component parts thereof will be free of defects in workmanship and materials for period of two 2 years from the date of first consumer purchase This warranty may be enforced by the first consumer purchaser provided that the product is utili
5. Dynamic Noise Canceling With Talk Back External Speaker For in vehicle use CS 500 24 95 You Can Find These Fine Accessories At Your Local Cobra CB Dealer If you wish you can order directly from Cobra Order by phone Call 1 773 889 3087 Press 1 from the main menu 8 a m 8 p m M F CST Order by mail or fax Please fill out order form on next page and mail fax directly to Cobra Accessory Order Form tema pesei esta ay Shipping amp Handling Amount of Shipping Order Handling 25 00 and under 4 75 minimum Prices subject to change without notice Subtotal 25 01 40 00 _ 6 95 40 01 580 00 _ 9 00 80 01 120 00 _ 10 00 120 01 160 00 11 50 160 01 and up 14 25 For AK HI and PR please add an additional 15 00 for UPS shipments Please print clearly Name Address No P O Box City State Zip Telephone __ Credit Card No Exp Date Customer Signature Circle One Visa MasterCard Discover Allow 4 to 6 weeks for delivery Offer valid in Continental U S only Replacement Dynamic Microphone Power Microphone oise Canceling Power Microphone Echo Noise Canceling Microphone Dynamic External Speaker oise Canceling External Speaker Dynamic Noise Canceling With Talk Back External Speaker Amount 426 002 N 001 Replacement DC Power Cord 251 353 9 001 Replace
6. 27 065 10 27 075 11 27 085 ALE 27 105 13 27 115 14 27 125 15 27 135 16 27 155 ALE 27 165 CB Channel Channel Freq In MHz 27 215 27 225 27 255 27 235 27 245 27 265 27 275 27 285 27 295 27 305 27 315 27 325 27 335 27 345 27 355 27 365 27 375 29 LTD Classic Specifications GENERAL CHANNELS CB 40 CH FREQUENCY RANGE CB 26 965 TO 27 405 MHZ FREQUENCY TOLERANCE 0 005 FREQUENCY CONTROL PLL PHASE LOCK LOOP SYNTHESIZER OPERATING TEMPERATURE RANGE 30 CTO 50 C MICROPHONE PLUG IN DYNAMIC INPUT VOLTAGE 13 8VDC nom positive or negative ground CURRENT DRAIN TRANSMIT AM FULL MOD 1 5A MAXIMUM RECEIVE SQUELCHED 0 3A FULL AUDIO OUTPUT 1 2A NOMINAL SIZE 8 5 8 D X 7 9 32 W X 2 13 63 H WEIGHT EE 4 LBS ANTENNA CONNECTOR UHF SO 239 METER osiada d zi ILLUMINATED INDICATES RELATIVE POWER OUTPUT AND RECEIVED SIGNAL STRENGTH TRANSMITTER POWER OUTPUT 4 WATTS MODULATION 2 22211111 AM AMPLITUDE MODULATION FREQUENCY RESPONSE 300 TO 3000 HZ OUTPUT IMPEDANCE 50 OHMS UNBALANCED RECEIVER SENSITIVITY LESS THAN 1 HV FOR 10DB S N N SELECTIVITY 6 DB 7 KHZ 60 DB 10KHZ IMAGE REJECTION 80 DB TYPICAL ADJACENT CHANNEL REJECTION 60 DB TYPICAL F FREQUENCIES DOUBLE CONVERSION 1ST 10 695 MHZ 2ND
7. 8 5 RFGAIN MAX__MIN To achieve the Desired Squelch Setting DSS turn the Squelch control counterclockwise until you hear noise Now turn the control clockwise just until the noise stops This is the DSS setting Cobra 29 LTD CLASSIJ ne 9 vas DELTATUNE 65555 Gate open Cobra 29 LTD CLASSI on 39 DELTATUNE 65565 o TD STRONG SIGNALS o MD o D MEDIUM SIGNALS o ZEEG gt o MD WEAKSIGNALS D wz u ca vo Gate set to Desired Squelch Setting DSS Oo M STRONG SIGNALS o D o D MEDIUM SIGNALS EP o D WEAK SIGNALS GATE Operation To Transmit Caution Be sure the antenna is properly connected to the radio before transmitting Prolonged trans mitting without an antenna or a poorly matched antenna could cause damage to the transmitter Be sure to read the F C C Rules and Regulations included with this unit before transmitting Setting Dynamike pbra 29 LTD CLASSIC sa LIM FO TLI F0 0 8 0 To Transmit RFGAIN DELTATUNE Setting Dynamike This controls the microphone sensitivity outgoing audio level Cobra 29 LTD CLASSI S VOLUME SQUELCH DYNAMIKE RFGAIN DELTATUNE 66566 MAX MIN o Initially set fully clockwise so that maxi mum voice volume is available Dynamike may have to be reduced in some
8. 0 30 Does not conform to FCC rules 10 33 Emergency traffic 10 34 Trouble at this station 10 35 Confidential information 10 36 Correct time is 10 37 Wrecker needed at 10 38 Ambulance needed 10 39 Message delivered 10 41 Turn to channel 10 42 Traffic accident at 10 43 Traffic tie up at 10 44 Have a message for 10 45 All units within range please report 10 50 Break channel 10 60 What is next message number 10 62 Unable to copy Use phone 10 63 Net directed to 10 64 Net clear 10 65 Awaiting your next message assignment 10 67 All units comply 10 70 Fire at 10 71 Proceed transmission in sequence 10 77 Negative contact 10 81 Reserve hotel room for 10 82 Reserve room for 10 85 My address is 10 91 Talk closer to mic 10 93 Check my frequency on this channel 10 94 Give mea long count 10 99 Mission completed all units secure 10 200 Police needed at For Sales Information Please Contact RoadTrucker Inc www RoadTrucker com 8312 Sidbury Rd Wilmington NC 28411 800 507 0482 910 686 4281 Frequency Ranges The COBRA 29 LTD Classic transceiver represents one of the most advanced AM two way radios used as a Class D station in the Citizens Radio Service This unit features advanced Phase Lock Loop PLL circuitry providing complete coverage of all 40 CB channels i Channel CB Freq Channel In MHz 1 26 965 2 26 975 i 3 26 985 4 27 005 5 27 015 6 27 025 AWA 27 035 8 27 055 9
9. How to Use Your Cobra 29 LTD Classic Features The CB Story a FCC Regulations FCC Warnings Included Accessories Controls amp Indicators cecccssescssssecsssessssessssecsssneeesnsesssnecsssseessnes A2 Our Thanks to YOU cecccsssssssssssssssssssscssssccssssccssnccssnsesssnecssnsecssnes A3 Customer Support Installation Locations Mounting and Connection Features of This Product Antennas 40 CB Radio Channels CB Antenna j Marine Installation Ignition Noise Interface Heavy Duty Dynamic Operating Your 29 LTD Classic Microphone Turning O LA E e E EE AAT EEE naka 8 Full4 Watts AM RF Power Output Setting Channel Selector 9 Calibrate For SWR Standing Wave Ratio 10 SWR Calibration Meter TO REGEN Selecting a Channel S Meter NB ANL ANL Off Noise Blanker Automatic Noise Limiter Switch Bright Dim Switch csssssssssscsssssssssesssssssessnsssssssssussssusssssesen 16 Delta Tune RF Gain Control Setting Delta Tune Setting Squelch To Transmit Setting Dynamike Transmit heats M For Sales Information Please xternal Speaker PA Public Address D Instant Channel 9 4 Pin Microphone Connector 18 Switchable Automatic Noise 18 Limiter amp Noise Blanker Adjustable Dynamike Boost Home And Office Set Up pW Lale Temporary Mobile Set Up www RoadTrucker com How Your CB Ca
10. amp CB using a single antenna However this type of antenna usually results in less than normal transmit and receive range when compared to a standard type Single Band CB antenna Call 773 889 3087 for further informa tion CB Antenna Since the maximum allowable power output of the transmitter is limited by the FCC the antenna is critical in affecting transmission distance Only a properly matched antenna system will allow maximum power output Cobra loaded type antenna models are highly recommended for most installations Consult your Cobra dealer for further details or call 773 889 3087 and speak to a Cobra representative S ANI RE PA SP EXT SP POWER A standard antenna connector is provided on the transceiver for easy connection Marine Installation The transceiver will not operate at maximum effi ciency in a boat without a ground plate unless it has a steel hull Before attempting installation consult your dealer for information regarding an adequate grounding system and prevention of electrolysis between fittings in the hull and water Ignition Noise Interference Use of a mobile receiver at low signal levels is normally limited by the presence of electrical noise The primary source of noise in automobiles is from the alternator and ignition system Typically when signal level is adequate the back ground noise
11. atically discon nected Note Cobra external speakers are rated at 10 watts Operation PA Public Address Note Speaker should have 8 ohm impedance and be rated to handle at least 4 0 watts Note The speaker should be directed away from the microphone to prevent acoustic feedback Note When the volume control is rotated clockwise activity on the CB channel will be heard through the PA speaker PA Public Address Connect an external PA speaker to the PA jack onthe rear panel Cobra 29 LT S RF NB ANL GE SWR ANL CAL OFF PA VOLUME SQUELCH DYNAMIKE RFGAIN OFF MIN MAX_ MIN MAX Set CB PA switch to PA position Operation 900 000000000 PUSH 8 HOLD 0000000 Push and hold microphone button and speak in a normal voice Your voice will now transmit on the PA speaker Cobra 29 LTD CLASSI E0 9 87 VOLUME SQUELCH DYNAMIKE RFGAIN DELTATUNE MAX MIN Adjust PA speaker volume with the Dynamike control Base Station Operation From 120V AC House Current Warning Do not attempt to operate this transceiver by connecting it directly to 120 vac Note For further information call Cobra Customer Service 1 773 889 3087 Home And Office Set Up Base Station Operation From 120V AC House Current To operate your transceiver from home or office y
12. ation If there is no inter ference remove the bracket and use it as a template to mark the location for the mount ing screws Drill the holes and secure the bracket For Sales Information Please Contact RoadTrucker Inc www RoadTrucker com 8312 Sidbury Rd Wilmington NC 28411 800 507 0482 910 686 4281 Installation UU Q PA SP EXT SP POWER NN Note Before installing the CB radio visually check the vehicle s battery connection to deter mine which terminal positive or negative is grounded pos itive is the larger of the two to the engine block or chas sis A negatively grounded vehicle has its negative lead grounded to the chassis Connect the antenna cable plug to the recep Note tacle marked ANT on the back of the unit In positive ground vehicles the red wire goes to the chassis and the black wire is connected to the ignition switch continued Installation R g u o o x CY chassis Note Connecting to an accessory fuse prevents the unit from being left on accidentally and also per mits operating the unit without running the engine Note In positive ground vehicles the red wire goes to the chassis and the black wire is connected to the ignition switch
13. conditions For Sales Information Please Contact RoadTrucker Inc www RoadTrucker com 8312 Sidbury Rd Wilmington NC 28411 800 507 0482 910 686 4281 Operation Transmit Transmit PUSH amp HOLD 0000000 Push and hold mic button to transmit Transmitter is now activated When transmit ting hold the microphone two inches from your mouth and speak in a clear normal voice Release to receive For Sales Information Please Contact RoadTrucker Inc www RoadTrucker com 8312 Sidbury Rd Wilmington NC 28411 800 507 0482 910 686 4281 Operation RF Meter RF Meter This meter swings proportionately to the RF output outgoing signal while transmitting Sc obra 21 S RF NB g ANL SWR ANL 3 5 79 30dB CAL OFF A VOLUME SQUELCH DYNAMIKE RFG CE MED I The S RF SWR CAL switch must be in the S RF position For Sales Information Please Contact RoadTrucker Inc www RoadTrucker com 8312 Sidbury Rd Wilmington NC 28411 800 507 0482 910 686 4281 Operation External Speaker The external speaker jack is used for remote receiver monitoring Connect an external speaker to the external speaker jack on the rear panel External Speaker Note The external speaker should have 8 ohm impedance and be rated to handle at least 4 0 watts When the external speak er is plugged in the internal speaker is autom
14. dio Telephone Operator s License Replacement or substitution of transistors regular diodes or other parts of a unique nature with parts other than those recommended by Cobra may cause violation of the technical regulations of Part 95 of the FCC Rules or violation of Type Acceptance requirements of Part 2 of the Rules You should read and understand Part 95 included with this unit of the FCC Rules and Regulations before operating your Cobra radio even though the FCC no longer requires you to obtain an oper ator s license 4 What s Included with Your 29 LTD Classic EB CB transceiver EB DC power cord Microphone FCC rules EB Transceiver bracket not shown Microphone bracket Operating Manual Controls and Indicators Power On Off Volume Control Squelch Control Dynamike RF Gain Delta Tune EI SWR CAL Channel Selector EI LED Channel Display DD ANT Indicator RX Receive TX Transmit LED Indicator Channel 9 Normal Switch Dimmer Switch CB PA Switch NB ANL ANL Off Switch C OEO ooN F FOO e un B S RF SWR CAL Switch A 3 3 B HD I Signal Strength Meter are sg o_o nia Microphone a 2 a A a Back Side Public Address Speaker Jack External Speaker Jack Antenna Connector Power Jack eE pri AS Cobra 29 LTD CLASSI BA PA SP EXT SP Thank you for purchasing
15. does not present a serious problem Also when extremely low level signals are being received the transceiver may be operated with the vehicle s engine turned off The unit requires very little current and therefore will not signifi cantly discharge the vehicle s battery Even though the Cobra 29 LTD Classic has an automatic noise limiter in some installations igni tion interference may be high enough to make good communications impossible Many possibili ties exist and variations between vehicles require different solutions Consult your COBRA dealer or a 2 way radio technician for help in locating the source of a severe noise Operation Turning On Turning On Make sure the power cord antenna and micro phone are connected to their proper connectors before starting Cobra 29 LT nO 9 GiG VOLUME SQUELCH DYNAMIKE RFGAIN 5056 MAX MIN The CB PA button should be in the CB position Cobra 29 LTD CLASSI SWR 2 3 CALY NB rak x RF wa a a wus 3 579 30dB OR VOLUME SQUELCH DYNAMIKE RFGAIN DELTATUN 20566 MAX MIN Rotate the On Off Volume knob clockwise to a normal listening level Operation Setting Channel Selector Setting Channel bbra 29 LTD CLASSIC Fx NEM CB BRT CH9 ue ANL Li KOA RFGAIN DELTATUNE WR GAL lt X MIN MAX Selector
16. he i meter needle swings E to the CAL W mark on the meter located on the right K Sr a l Operation Cobra 29 LT SWR 2 3 CALY S RF EAA SA RI 1 EA 2 p VOLUME SQUELCH DYNAMIKE RFGAIN Note The reading will be slightly high O er on Channels 1 and 40 com pared to Channel 20 While still holding down the mic button set the S RF SWR CAL switch to the SWR position When switched to SWR position to read the SWR reading the meter needle should ideally be as far to the left as possible Repeat the same steps two through five on Anything over 3 isnotaccept Channel 1 and 40 This will check SWR for all able A slight antenna height channels adjustment higher or lower may be required Repeat relcali bration steps Note Operation To Receive Cobra 29 LTD CLASSI SWR 2 3 CALY VOLUME SQUELCH DYNAMIKE RFGAIN DELTATUNE O Rotate the On Off Volume knob clockwise the green RT TX LED will be illuminated SSS 9 CHO El ALTO ae 9 3 579 30dB A r OMC Io Receive Operation Selecting A Selecting A Channel Channel LTD CLASSIC wa K TJ DELTATUNE SWR CAL S Meter Meter o Swings proportionately to strength of incoming signal when receiving HC obra mO NB ANL wi VOLUME SQUELCH DYNAMIKE SS The S FR SWR CAL s
17. ill automatically be sent informing you of the repair charge or replacement charge If you have any questions please call 1 773 889 3087 for assistance Cobra Electronics Corp 1999 For Sales Information Please Contact RoadTrucker Inc www RoadTrucker com 8312 Sidbury Rd Wilmington NC 28411 800 507 0482 910 686 4281 Cobra 29 LTD Classic Operating Instructions for your Cobra 29 LTD Classic CB Radio Cobra29LTD CLASSIC g CSR F ig ad ay ae 9 VOLUME SQUELCH DYNAMIKE RF DELTA TUNE SWR CAL 55353350 OFF a MN i MN MAX a a The CB Story The Citizens Band lies between the shortwave broadcast and 10 meter Amateur radio bands and was established by law in 1949 The Class D two way communications service was opened in 1959 CB also includes a Class A citizens band and Class C remote control frequencies FCC Regulations FCC regulations permit only transmissions one party to another rather than broadcasts to a wide audience Thus advertising is not allowed on CB Channels because that is broad casting FCC Warnings All transmitter adjustments other than those supplied by the manufacturer as front panel operating controls must be made by or under the supervision of the holder of an FCC issued general Ra
18. ment Mounting Bracket 634 081 9 001 Replacement Thumb Screws 741 080 9 001 Replacement Microphone Bracket 28 Full Range Center Load agnetic Mount Antenna 25 Glass Mount Antenna 39 Full Range Base Load agnetic Mount Antenna 44 Full Range Center Load Dual Band CB WX Antenna Tax Table i H Illinois residents add 7 Michigan residents add 4 Tax if applicable Cook Co residents add 75 7 75 total Ohio residents add 6 Shipping handling Chicago residents add 1 8 75 total Wisconsin residents add 5 Indiana residents add 5 Total For credit card orders fill out order form 8 00 am 8 00 pm M F CST and fax to 1 773 622 2269 Make check or money order no stamps or call 1 773 889 3087 payable to Press 1 from the main menu Cobra Accessories Dept 6500 West Cortland St Chicago IL 60707 For Sales Information Please Contact RoadTrucker Inc www RoadTrucker com 8312 Sidbury Rd Wilmington NC 28411 800 507 0482 910 686 4281 Cobra Electronics Corporation 6500 West Cortland Street Chicago IL 60707 If You Think You Need Service For technical assistance please call our Automated Help Desk which can assist you by answering the most frequently asked questions about Cobra products 773 889 3087 24 hours a day 7 days a week A Consumer Service Representative can be reached through this same number 8 00 am 8 00 pm Monday through Friday CST Technical assista
19. n Serve You 8312 Sidbury Rd A Few Rules You Should Know Wilmington NC 28411 Channel 9 Emergency Messages 800 507 0482 910 686 4281 CB 10 Codes Frequency Ranges 29 LTD Classic Specifications 5 Warranty Information P AN RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AN i DO NOT OPEN U Optiona Accessories a CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK Order Form NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE If You Think You Need Service z PERSONNEL For Sales Information Please Contact RoadTrucker Inc www RoadTrucker com 8312 Sidbury Rd Wilmington NC 28411 800 507 0482 910 686 4281 Installation Location Mounting and Connection Note The transceiver is held in the universal mounting bracket by two thumbscrews which allow for adjustment at a convenient angle The bracket includes two self tapping screws and star wash ers The mounting must be mechanically strong conve niently located Location Plan location of transceiver and microphone bracket before starting the installation Select a location that is convenient for operation yet does not interfere with the driver or passenger The transceiver is usually mounted to the under side of the dash with the microphone bracket beside it Mounting and Connection o Hold the radio with the mounting bracket in the exact desired loc
20. nce is also available on line in the Frequently Asked Questions FAQ section at www cobraelec com or by e mail to productinfo cobraelec com If you think you need service call 1 773 889 3087 lf your product should require factory service please call Cobra first before sending your unit in This will ensure the fastest turn around time on your repair You may be asked to send your unit to the Cobra factory It will be necessary to furnish the follow ing in order 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 or 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 unit Include a typed or clearly print name and address of where the unit is to be returned 4 Pack unit 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 First Class Mail to avoid loss in transit to Cobra Factory Service Cobra Electronics Corporation 6500 W Cortland St Chicago IL 60707 6 If the unit is in warranty upon receipt of your unit it will either be repaired or exchanged depending on the model Please allow approximately 3 to 4 weeks before contacting us for status If the unit is out of warranty a letter w
21. o eat and sleep Keep you alert while traveling A Few Rules You Should Know A Conversations cannot last more than 5 minutes with another station A one minute break is required to let others use the channel B You cannot blast others off the air by use of illegally amplified transmitters or illegally high antennas C You cannot use CB to promote illegal activities D Profanity is not allowed E You may not transmit music with a CB F Selling of merchandise and or services is prohibited 1 Set to channel 9 fore emergencies Be sure antenna is properly connected 2 CB Distress Data When transmitting an emergency you should request a REACT BASE and provide the CB distress data called CLIP C all Sign Identify yourself L ocation Be exact I njuries Number Type Trapped P roblem Give details and aa needed How Your CB Can Serve You The FCC gives these examples of permitted and prohibited messages for channel 9 These are only guidelines and not all inclusive Permitted Example Message Yes Tornado sighted six miles north of town No Post number 10 No tornado sighted Yes Out of gas on I 95 at mile marker 211 No Out of gas in my driveway Yes Four car accident on l 94 at Exit 11 Send police and ambulance No Traffic moving smoothly on l 94 Yes Weather Bureau has issued thunderstorm warning Bring
22. oadTrucker Inc www RoadTrucker com 8312 Sidbury Rd Wilmington NC 28411 800 507 0482 910 686 4281 Optional Accessories Replacement Mounting Bracket 7 50 For in vehicle use Replacement DC Power Cord For in vehicle use 426 002 N 001 251 353 9 001 4 50 PP Replacement Thumb Screws For in vehicle use 634 081 9 001 0 60 Replacement Microphone 28 Full Range Center Load Bracket Magnetic Mount Antenna For in vehicle use For in vehicle use 741 080 9 001 0 45 AT 35 19 95 25 Glass Mount Antenna For in vehicle use AT 55 27 95 39 Full Range Base Load Magnetic Mount Antenna 44 Full Rnage Center Load Dual Band CB WX Antenna For in vehicle use Allows greater transmission AT 70 24 95 ATW 400 range while in a moving vehicle 27 95 Replacement Dynamic Microphone For in vehicle use CA 73 12 95 For Sales Information Please Contact RoadTrucker Inc www RoadTrucker com 8312 Sidbury Rd Wilmington NC 28411 800 507 0482 910 686 4281 Power Microphone For in vehicle use CA75 21 95 Dynamic External Speaker For in vehicle use CS 100 14 95 Optional Accessories Noise Canceling Power Microphone For in vehicle use CA77 24 95 Echo Noise Canceling Microphone For in vehicle use CA79 59 95 Noise Canceling External Speaker For in vehicle use CS 300 19 95
23. ou will need a 13 8 volt DC Power Pack rated at a minimum of 2 amps and a properly installed base station antenna power pack x gt amp D Simply connect the red and black leads of the transceiver to the corresponding terminals of the power pack Temporary Mobile Set Up PA SP EXT SP POWER pucT OF Plug power cable into back of unit marked Power Be sure to observe polarity markings Connect properly installed and matched base station antenna Temporary Mobile Operation Temporary For temporary mobile operation you may want to Mobile Set Up purchase an optional cigar lighter adapter from your COBRA dealer This adapter and a magnetic mount antenna allow you to quickly install your transceiver for temporary use A How Your CB Can Serve You A Few Rules You Should Know Channel 9 Emergency Messages Note If no response on channel 9 try channels 19 or 14 Warn of traffic problems Provide weather and road data Provide help in event of an emergency Provide direct contact with home or office e Assist police by reporting erratic drivers e Get local information to find destination Communicate with family and friends Suggest spots t
24. sailboat into port No Attention motorists Weather Bureau advises snow tomorrow will accumulate 4 to 6 inches Yes Fire in building at 539 Main Evanston No Halloween patrol number 3 All quiet How Your CB Can Serve You CB 10 Codes CB 10 Codes Citizen Bands have adopted the 70 CODES for standard questions and answers These codes provide quick and easy communication especially in noisy areas Following are some of the more common codes and meanings Code Meaning 10 1 Receiving poorly 10 2 Receiving well 10 3 Stop transmitting 10 4 OK message received 10 5 Relay message 10 6 Busy stand by 10 7 Out of service leaving 10 8 In service subject to call 10 9 Repeat message 10 10 Transmission completed standing by 10 11 Talking too rapidly 10 12 Visitors present 10 13 Advise weather roads 10 16 Make pick up at 10 17 Urgent business 10 18 Anything for us 10 19 Return to base 10 20 My location is 10 21 Call by phone 10 22 Report in person to 10 23 Stand by 10 24 Completed last assignment 10 25 Can you contact 10 26 Disregard last info 10 27 Moving to channel 10 28 Identify your station For Sales Information Please Contact RoadTrucker Inc www RoadTrucker com 8312 Sidbury Rd Wilmington NC 28411 800 507 0482 910 686 4281 How Your CB Can Code Meaning 10 29 Time is up for contact 1
25. the Cobra 29 LTD Classic CB Radio Properly used this Cobra prod uct will give you many years of reliable service Customer Support Should you encounter any problems with the product or not understand its many features please refer to this owner s manual If after referring to the manual you still need help call Cobra Customer Service at 773 889 3087 Our Thanks to You Cobra Customer Service Live operators are available M F 8 00 am 8 00 pm CST at 773 889 3087 Automated Technical Assistance available 24 hours a day seven days a week E mail questions to productinfo cobraelec com Cobra on the World Wide Web Frequently Asked Questions FAQ can be found on line at www cobraelec com For Sales Information Please Contact RoadTrucker Inc www RoadTrucker com 8312 Sidbury Rd Wilmington NC 28411 800 507 0482 910 686 4281
26. witch must be in the S RF position to read the meter Operation NB ANL ANL OFF Noise Blanker Automatic Noise Limiter Switch Cobra 29 LT S RF NB ANL CE SWR ANL CAL OFF PASZ VOLUME SQUELCH DYNAMIKE RFGAIN OFF MIN MAX MIN MAX When switched toe ANL the Automatic Noise Limiter is activated This helps reduce noise created by the vehicle s electronics When switched to NB ANL position the RF Noise Blanker is also activated providing increased noise filtration When switched to OFF position all noise filtration will be turned off NB ANL ANL OFF Noise Blanker Automatic Noise Limiter Switch Note The RF noise blanker is very effective in reducing repetitive noises such as ignition interfer ence Operation Bright Dim Bright Dim Switch Switch LTD CLASSIC BOR BRT CH9 l Iri ih DIM NRW In DELTATUNE YOO Switch to BRT or DIM to control brightness of the channel indicator and multi function meter for day or nighttime driving For Sales Information Please Contact RoadTrucker Inc www RoadTrucker com 8312 Sidbury Rd Wilmington NC 28411 800 507 0482 910 686 4281 Operation RF Gain Control RF Gain Control The RF Gain is used to optimize reception in strong or weak signal areas Cobra 29 LTD CLASSI HO H Note VOLUME SQUELCH onan send DELTATUNE
27. zed within the U S A COBRA will without charge repair or replace at its option defective CB radios products or component parts upon delivery to the COBRA factory Service Department accom panied 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 s expense if the product is repaired or replaced under warranty 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 alter ations 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 COBRA shall not be liable for any incidental conse quential or other damages including without limita tion damages resulting from loss of use or cost of instal lation Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and or do not allow the exclu sion or limitation of incidental or consequential dam ages so the above limitations may not apply to you For Sales Information Please Contact R
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