Cobra Electronics PR260 WX Owner's Manual
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1. CTCSS Privacy Codes CTCSS Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System is an advanced tone coding system allowing you to select one of 38 privacy codes to reduce interference from other users on the channel If you are using a privacy code both radios must be tuned to the same channel and privacy code to communicate Each channel will remember the last privacy code you selected To select a privacy code 1 After selecting a channel press the Mode Power button until the small numbers next to the channel number flash on the LCD Press the Channel Up or Channel Down button to select a privacy code You can hold the Channel Up or Channel Down button for fast advance When your desired privacy code is displayed a Press the Mode Power button to enter the new setting and proceed to other functions b Press the Lock button to enter the new setting and return to Standby mode Do not press any buttons for 15 seconds to enter the new setting and return to Standby mode Operation NOAA All Hazards Radio Channels You can use your microTALK radio to listen to NOAA All Hazards Radio channels transmitting in your area To listen to all hazards radio channels 1 Press the Mode button until the All Hazards Radio icon and the currently selected All Me Channel Button Hazards Radio channel is displayed 2 Use the Channel Up or Channel Down button to change All Hazards Radio cha2. 2 Press the Channel Up Channel Down button to change the setting 3 Choose one 1 of the following a Press the Mode Power button to enter the selected setting and proceed to other functions b Press the Lock button to enter the selected setting and return to Standby mode Channel Scan Your microTALK radio can automatically scan channels To scan channels 1 Press the Mode Power button until the Sean icon and the channel numbers appear on the display Scan Channels 2 Press the Channel Up or Channel Down button to begin scanning channels The radio ignores specific privacy codes while scanning channels Channel Button The Sean icon will continue to be displayed when scan is on Your radio will continue to scan all channels and stop if an incoming transmission is detected Your radio will remain on that channel for 10 seconds While setting channel scan if you do not press any buttons for 15 seconds your radio will automatically return to Standby mode on the channel or channel privacy code displayed before you entered mode functions Operation During scanning while receiving an incoming transmission you can choose from the following a Press and hold the Talk button to communicate on that channel Your radio will remain on that channel and return to Standby mode b Press the Channel Up or Channel Down button to resume scanning channels If you press the Talk button
3. 17 12 GMRS 462 6000 High 18 9 GMRS 462 6250 High 19 13 GMRS 462 6500 High 20 10 GMRS 462 6750 High 21 14 GMRS 462 7000 High 22 15 GMRS 462 7250 High 2 2 2 Customer Assistance IMPORTANT NOTICE FCC LICENSE REQUIRED his two way radio operates on GMRS General Mobile Radio Service requencies which require an FCC Federal Communications Commission icense A user must be licensed prior to operating on Channels 1 through 7 or 15 through 22 which comprise the GMRS channels of this radio Serious penalties could result for unlicensed use of GMRS channels in violation of FCC rules Operation of this radio is subject to additional rules specified in 47 C FR Part 95 Licensed users will be issued a call sign by the FCC which should be used or station identification when operating this radio GMRS users should also cooperate by engaging in permissible transmissions only avoiding channel interference with other GMRS users and being prudent with the length of heir transmission time For licensing information and application forms please call the FCC Hotline at 800 418 FORM Request form 159 and form 605 Questions regarding he license application should be directed to the FCC at 888 CALL FCC Additional information is available on the FCC s website at www fcc gov Safety Information for microTALK Radios Your wireless handheld portable transceiver contains a low power transmitter When the talk button is pushed it se
4. Cobra microrTAlk Owner s Manual TWO WAY RADIO MODEL PR260 WX Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra Introduction Staying in touch with your family and friends is convenient and easy when using your microTALK radio Some of the many uses you will discover include Communicating with others while hiking biking and working keeping track of family and friends at a crowded public event checking with travel companions in another car talking with neighbors arranging meeting spots with others while shopping at the mall Secure your microTALK radio while on the go Carrying your microTALK radio with you is easy when using the belt clip or optional wrist strap The belt clip easily attaches to your belt purse or backpack Simply squeeze the clip and place it where you prefer D Customer Assistance For Assistance in the U S A In this user s manual you should find all the information you need to operate your microTALK radio If you require further assistance after reading this manual Cobra Electronics offers the following customer assistance services 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 Central Time Monday through Friday except holidays 773 889 3087 phone Questions English and Spanish Faxes can be received at 773 622 2269 fax Technical Assistance Eng
5. Light Max Range button or change channels Lock Function The Lock function locks the Channel Up Channel Down and Mode Power buttons to prevent accidental operation Lock Button To turn the lock on or off S f Press and hold the Lock button for two seconds A double beep sound is used to confirm your lock on or off request When in Lock mode mus x the Lock icon will be displayed microTALK Range 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 of the radio Dense foliage and hilly terrain will further reduce the range of the radio On FRS Channels 8 through 14 your radio automatically switches to low power which will limit the range the radio can communicate Remember you can achieve maximum range by using maximum range extender See page 5 for details Scrolling Through the Mode Function By scrolling through the Mode function you will be able to select or turn on preferred features of your microTALK radio When scrolling through the Mode function your radio features will be displayed in the same predetermined order Mode Power Set Privacy Code Set NOAA All Hazards Radio Channels Set Vox On Off Set Vox Sensitivity Set Channel Scan Set Privacy Code Scan Set Call Tones Set Roger Beep On Off
6. 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 Cobra shall not be liable for any incidental consequential or other damages including without limitation damages resulting from loss of use or cost of installation Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations may not apply to you For Products Purchased Outside the U S A Please contact your local dealer for warranty information 90 Day Warranty on GA 3ANC Rechargeable Batteries For products purchased in the U S A and Canada Trademark Acknowledgement Cobra microTALK Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra VibrAlert and the snake design are registered trademarks of Cobra Electronics Corporation USA Cobra Electronics Corporation is a trademark of Cobra Electronics Corporation USA Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra For more information or to order any of our products please visit our website www cobra com English
7. which you wish to scan privacy codes 2 Press the Mode Power button until the Scan icon and the privacy code numbers appear on the display Press the Channel Up or Channel Down button to begin scanning privacy codes within the channel you selected The Scan icon will continue to be displayed when privacy code scan is on Your radio will continue to scan privacy codes and stop as an incoming transmission is detected Your radio will remain on that channel privacy code for 10 seconds While setting privacy code scan if you do not press any buttons for 15 seconds your radio will automatically return to Standby mode on the channel privacy code that was displayed before you entered mode functions Operation During scanning while receiving an incoming transmission you can choose from the following a Press and hold the Talk button to communicate on that channel privacy code Your radio will remain on that channel privacy code and return to Standby mode b Press the Channel Up or Channel Down button to resume scanning privacy codes If you press the Talk button while scanning and not within 10 seconds of receiving a transmission you will transmit on the channel privacy code on which you last received a transmission This will return the radio to Standby mode If you do not press any button within 10 seconds your radio will automatically resume scanning privacy codes During scanning while not receiving a transmission
8. er Saver Icon Channel Numbers Receive Transmit Icon 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 d Important FCC Licensing Information This radio operates on General Mobile Radio Service GMRS frequencies which require a Federal Communications Commission FCC license See page 15 for licensing and other related information Maximum range may vary and is based on unobstructed line of sight communication under ideal conditions Introduction Caring for Your microTALK Radio Your microTALK radio will give you years of trouble free service if cared for properly Handle the radio gently Keep the radio away from dust Never put the radio in water or in a damp place Avoid exposure to extreme temperatures Rechargeable Batteries and Charger e To install or replace batteries 1 Release belt clip and pull up 2 Press the battery door latch to remove the battery compartment cover 3 Insert the supplied four 4 AAA rechargeable batteries or non rechargeable alkaline batteries Position batteries according to polarity markings 4 Replace battery compartment cover and belt clip Insert Batteries TI in To charge batteries in radio 1 Check to see that the batteries have been inserted properly Radio Charger Jack 2 Insert the wall charger adapter into the charge jack located at the top of the radio The wall charger adapter has two round connectors which enables you to charge ei
9. lish 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 2006 Cobra Electronics Corporation 6500 West Cortland Street A Chicago Illinois 60707 USA www cobra com 0 Power Saver 9 Antenna External Speaker Microphone Charge Jack Backlit LCD Display Channel Up Down Buttons Lock Button Mode Power Button Speaker Microphone ORO Ml Low Vox pes Call Button Light Max Range Button Talk Button Volume Up Down Buttons Wrist Strap Connection Belt Clip Battery Compartment Battery Door Latch Introduction a Features Backlit LCD Display 22 Channels Seven shared with FRS GMRS seven FRS only eight GMRS only 1 38 Privacy Codes 10 Channel NOAA All Hazards Radio Hands Free Operation VOX Scan Channel privacy code Backlit LCD Display Call Alert Five selectable tones Button Lock Speaker Microphone Charge Jack Roger Beep Selectable On Off Battery Power Saver Keystroke Tones Battery Low Indicator Auto Squelch Maximum Range Extender Belt Clip Em 299 vor B Rog C 20 9 ARE a Low Power Icon VOX Icon Lock Icon Roger Beep Icon Battery Low Indicator CTCSS Privacy Code Numbers Scan Icon NOAA All Hazards Radio Icon Pow
10. nds out radio frequency RF signals The device is authorized to operate at a duty factor not to exceed 50 In August 1996 the Federal Communications Commission FCC adopted RF exposure guidelines with safety levels for handheld wireless devices Important FCC RF Exposure Requirements For body worn operation this radio has been tested and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines when used with Cobra accessories supplied or designated for this product Use of other accessories may not ensure compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines Use only the supplied antenna Unauthorized antennas modifications or attachments could damage the transmitter and may violate FCC regulations Normal Position Hold the transmitter approximately two inches from your face and speak in a normal voice with the antenna pointed up and away 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 95 of the tules or violation of type acceptance requirements of part 2 of the rules 3 e Customer Assis
11. ng the radio is on Your microTALK radio is now in Standby mode ready to receive transmissions The radio is always in Standby mode except when the Talk Call or Mode Power buttons are pressed Battery Low When battery power is low the Battery Low i icon will blink Your batteries should be replaced or recharged if using rechargeable batteries Auto Battery Save If there are no transmissions within 10 seconds the radio will automatically switch to Battery Save mode and the Power Saver icon will flash in the display This will not affect the radio s ability to receive incoming transmissions Communicating with Another Person 1 Press and hold the Talk button 2 With the microphone about two inches 5 cm from your mouth speak in a normal voice 3 Release the Talk button when you are finished talking and listen for a response You cannot receive incoming calls while pressing the Talk button Both radios must be tuned to the same channel to communicate LL Listening Call Button E To Select a Channel With the radio on select any of the 22 channels by pressing the Channel Up or Channel Down button Both radios must be tuned to the same channel to communicate Channels 1 through 7 are shared with FRS GMRS Channels 8 through 14 are FRS only Channels 15 through 22 are GMRS only See page 14 for FRS GMRS frequency allocatio
12. nnels The All Hazards Radio icon will continue to be displayed when All Hazards Radio is on 3 Choose one of the following a Press the Mode button to proceed to other functions b Press the Lock button to exit All Hazards Radio channels mode and return to Standby mode National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration Voice Activated Transmit VOX In VOX mode your microTALK radio can be used hands free automatically transmitting when you speak You can set the VOX sensitivity level to fit the volume of your voice and avoid transmissions triggered by background noise To turn VOX mode on or off 1 Press the Mode Power button until the VOX icon flashes on the display The current On or vox Off setting is displayed 2 Press the Channel Up or Channel Down button to turn VOX On or Off 3 Choose one 1 of the following a Press the Mode Power button to enter the selected On or Off setting and proceed to other functions b Press the Lock button to enter the selected On or Off setting and return to Standby mode To Set VOX Sensitivity 1 Press the Mode Power button until the VOX icon flashes and the current sensitivity level is displayed VOX Sensitivity Level The current VOX sensitivity level is displayed with letters LE and a Number 1 through 5 with Number 5 being the most sensitive level and Number 1 being the least sensitive level
13. ns and compatibility charts Listening for a Response Release the Talk button to receive incoming transmissions Your microTALK radio is always in Standby mode while the Talk or Call buttons are not pressed To Adjust Volume Press the Volume Up or Volume Down button A double beep sound is used to indicate the minimum and maximum volume levels 1 through 8 Call Button Press and release the Call button The other person will hear a two second call tone This tone is used only to establish voice communications See page 13 on how to select between five call tone settings m ETT To Illuminate Display Press and release the Light Max Range button to illuminate the display for 10 seconds Auto Squelch Maximum Range Your microTALK radio will automatically shut off weak transmissions and unwanted noise due to terrain conditions or if you ve reached 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 Light Max NN To temporarily turn off auto squelch Press the Light Max Range button for less than five seconds To turn maximum range extender Press and hold the Light Max Range button for at least five seconds until you hear two beeps which indicates the maximum range extender is on To turn maximum range extender off Press and release the
14. oger beep on or off 1 Press the Mode Power button until the Roger Beep icon flashes The current on or off setting is displayed 2 Press the Channel Up or Channel Down button to select roger beep on or off 3 Choose one of the following a Press the Mode Power button to enter the new setting and return to Standby mode b Press the Lock button to enter the new setting and return to Standby mode 9 General Specifications Operation General Specifications 2 FRS GMRS Frequency Allocation and Compatibility Important Please note that Cobra GMRS models with 15 Channels may designate different channel numbers for the same frequency For example a Cobra 15 Channel GMRS model would need to be tuned to Channel 11 in order to communicate with a 22 Channel GMRS tuned to Channel 15 Please refer to the chart below for channel frequency number compatibility A Channel No for 22 Channel FRS GMRS Models B Channel No for 15 Channel GMRS Models C Type of Radio Service D Frequency in MHz E Power Output A B c D E 1 1 FRS GMRS 462 5625 High 2 2 FRS GMRS 462 5875 High 3 3 FRS GMRS 462 6125 High 4 4 FRS GMRS 462 6375 High 5 5 FRS GMRS 462 6625 High 6 6 FRS GMRS 462 6875 High 7 7 FRS GMRS 462 7125 High 8 FRS 467 5625 Low 9 FRS 467 5875 Low 10 FRS 467 6125 Low 11 FRS 467 6375 Low 12 FRS 467 6625 Low 13 FRS 467 6875 Low 14 FRS 467 7125 Low 15 11 GMRS 462 5500 High 16 8 GMRS 462 5750 High
15. r 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 o o For Products Purchased Outside the U S A Please contact your local dealer for product service information Warranty and Trademark Limited One Year Warranty on Radio s amp Charger For Products Purchased in the U S A Cobra Electronics Corporation warrants that its Cobra microTALK radios and charger 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 Cobra will without charge repair or replace at its option defective microTALK radios chargers products or component parts upon delivery to the Cobra Factory Service 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 s expense if the 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
16. tance Product Service Questions If you have any questions about operation or installing your new Cobra product or if you need to order replacement parts Please call Cobra first DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE See customer assistance on page A1 For Products Purchased in the U S A If your product should require factory service please call Cobra first before sending your radio This will ensure the fastest turn around time on your repair You may be asked to send your radio to the Cobra factory It will be necessary to furnish the following to have the product serviced and returned 1 For warranty repair include a copy of the original sales receipt If you send the original receipt it cannot be returned 2 Send the entire product 3 Enclose a detailed description of the problem along with the name and address of where the product is to be returned 4 Pack radio securely to prevent damage in transit If possible use the original packing material 5 Ship prepaid and insured by way of a traceable carrier such as United Parcel Service UPS or Priority Mail to avoid loss in transit to Cobra Factory Service Cobra Electronics Corporation 6500 West Cortland Street Chicago Illinois 60707 U S A If the radio is under warranty it will 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 lette
17. ther one or two radios at a time 3 Plug the wall charger adapter into electrical outlet It normally takes 15 hours to fully recharge batteries It is not recommended to recharge batteries more than 24 hours Estimated operation time on a full charge is 8 hours Use only the supplied rechargeable batteries and wall charger adapter for recharging your Cobra microTALK radio Operation Speaker Microphone Charge Jack perum To attach a speaker microphone Charge Jack 1 Open the speaker microphone charge cune tab on top of your microTALK radio 2 Insert the plug into the speaker microphone charge jack To connect a wall charger adapter 1 Open the speaker microphone charge tab on top of your microTALK radio 2 Insert the wall charger adapter plug into the speaker microphone charge jack Quick Start 1 Press and hold the Mode Power button to turn on your radio 2 Press the Channel Up or Channel Down button to select a channel Both radios must be tuned to the same channel to communicate 3 Press and hold the Talk button while speaking into the microphone 4 When finished talking release the Talk button and listen for a response Mode Power Battery Low Iy Power Saver Talk Button Two Inches 5 cm from Mouth Turning on Your microTALK Radio Press and hold the Mode Power button until you hear a series of audible tones indicati
18. while scanning and not within 10 seconds of receiving a transmission you will transmit on the channel on which you last received a transmission This will return the radio to Standby mode If you do not press any button within 10 seconds your radio will automatically resume scanning channels During scanning while not receiving a transmission you can choose from the following a Press and hold the Talk button to communicate on the channel or channel privacy code that was displayed before you entered mode functions or the channel on which during scanning you last received a transmission This will return the radio to Standby mode Press the Mode Power button to proceed to set privacy code scan on the channel that was either displayed before you entered mode functions or on which during channel scanning you last received a transmission see page 11 for further details Press the Lock button to return to Standby mode on the channel privacy code that was displayed before you entered mode functions or the channel on which during scanning you last transmitted or received c e b EE Operation Privacy Code Scan Your microTALK radio can automatically scan the Privacy Codes 00 through 38 within one channel 2171 LL Mode Power Scan Privacy Codes To scan privacy codes 1 While in Standby mode press the Channel Up or Channel Down button to choose the channel on
19. you can choose from the following a Press and hold the Talk button to communicate on the channel privacy code that was displayed before you entered mode functions or the channel privacy code on which during scanning you last received a transmission This will return the radio to Standby mode Press the Mode Power button to proceed to other functions Press the Lock button to return to Standby mode on the channel privacy code that was displayed before you entered mode functions or the channel privacy code on which during scanning you last transmitted or received c b Operation Five Call Tone Settings You can choose between five different Call Tone Settings to transmit a call alert To change a call tone setting 1 Press the Mode Power button until the letter C and the current call tone number 01 through 05 is displayed The current call tone will sound for one second 2 Press the Channel Up or Channel Down button to hear the other call tone settings 3 Choose one of the following a Press the Mode Power button to enter the new setting and proceed to other functions b Press the Lock button to enter the new setting and return to Standby mode Call Tone Setting Roger Beep Confirmation Tone Your listener will hear an audible tone when you release the Talk button This alerts the other party that you are finished talking and it is OK for them to speak To turn r
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