Cobra FRS 115 (14 Channels) 2
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1. or channels called Family Radio Service FRS frequencies These channels are in the UHF Ultra High Frequency band which means great penetration through buildings thick forests hills and other dense structures They are also FM Frequency Modulation signals which means _ crystal clear reception even in crowded noisy environments 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 FCC Rules or violation of Type Acceptance requirements of Part 2 of the Rules ncluded with your microTALK B Holster Belt Clip Desk Stand B Stereo Headphones FRS_115 3979 v2NEW 12 5 00 1 50 PM Page 27 Controls and Indicators Our Thanks to You EB Antenna Microphone Speaker Thank you for purchasing the Cobra FRS 115 HeadphoneJack i 2 way Radio Properly used this Cobra product On Off Power Button will give you many years of reliable service _ Cobra Customer Service LS se Live operatorsare available LCD Display Panel M F800am 6 00pm CSTat Light Max Range Button Customer Support 773 889 3087 Should you encounter any problems with the product or not understand its many features ed Technical eset E Down Up Volume Control available 24 hoursa day seven ED Speaker please refer to this owner2. Operation Operation Auto Squelch Maximum Range Extender Note To learn more about the range of your microTALK see page 11 Rangeis dependent on battery condition and geographic territory A uto Monitor Pusha _ Auto Squelch lt Your microTALK is equipped with Auto Squelch which automatically shuts off weak transmissions and unwanted noise due to terrain conditions or if you have reached your range limit _ Maximum Range Extender Auto squelch can be temporarily removed to allow all signals to enter Maximum Range Extender hold button to allow all signals to enter Auto Monitor When the signal you want to hear is consistently weak you may place the radio in Maximum Range mode without having to constantly hold the but ton Press and hold the Maximum Range Extender button for five seconds To return to normal oper ationsmomentarily press the Maximum Range Extender button again or change channels Select Channel Station Select Turn on the microTALK _Channel Station Pressthe Mode button to choose between five different modes FRS AM AM FRS FM and FM FRS a double beep will confirm each selection d Once in a mode select a channel and or station by moving the channel button up ordown FRS_115 3979 v2NEW Operation 12 5 00 1 50 PM Page 6 Operation M ode K ey Note Playing thi
3. 3087 If 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 i ing in order to have the product serviced and returned a a 1 For Warranty Repair include some form of pr oof 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 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 Cobra Electronics Corp 2000 i Printed in China Part No 480 115 P 001 Nothing comes close to a Cobra FRS_115 3979 v2NEW 12 5 00 1 50 ae Page 26 The Family Radio Service Story _ The Family Radio Service Story _ Ever wish you could talk to someone who wasn t within earshot Like contacting ski partners back at the lodge Or letting a friend know how to find lt you in a busy mall Cobra s microTALK FRS 115 isa great way for friends or family to increase their fun and safety by staying in touch while on the go The FCC Federal Communications Commission has created 14 license free frequency bands
4. J ack An external headphone jack is included with your microtalk 2 way radio To attach the headphone jack Insert plug into the Headphone jack External Microphone Speaker Your microTALK 2 Way Radio can be fitted with an external microphone speaker not included freeing your hands for other tasks To attach an external microphone speaker Insert plug into the Spkr Mic jack External H eadphone Jack Note Plugging in headphone defeats main speaker FRS_115 3979 v2NEW Caring for your Caring for Your microTALK Radio Note Modifying or tampering with the radio s internal components can cause malfunction and will invalidate the warranty If your radio is not performing asit should please call Cobra at 773 889 3087 Do notreturn theunitto the retailer 12 5 00 1 50 PM Page 18 mMicrOoOTALK Radio _ Caring for Your microTALK Radio _ The microTALK 2 Way Radio will give you years _ of service if cared for properly Here are some suggestions i Handle unit gently Keep away from dust _ Never place the unit in water or in a moist place Avoid exposure to extreme temperatures microtALK Specifications I GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS A FREQUENCIES CHANNEL ASSIGNMENT CH 1 462 5625MHz CH 8 467 5625MHz CH2 462 5875MHz CH 3 462 6125MHz CH 4 462 6375MHz CH 9 467 5875MHz CH 10 467 6125MHz CH
5. Push and hold The meal TALK button indicator willbe displayed Note Your microTALK radio must be Note You can only receive FRS trans missions while in one of the i i turned on to the same FRS following 3 modes FRS _ Turn on the microTALK 2 way radio Talk ae ae theperon nual Sele sate Select any of the 14 channels by moving the calling in order to communi When in any ofthe above channel button up or down E z modes you will receive incom cate ing transmissions automatical ms Hold mic about After speaking ly OncEtransmission ceases 2 inches from release TALK ea mouth Speak in button and listen revert Hack fa the previously a normal voice for response selected radio station Push and release call button The icon will _ remain on for 3 seconds The unit you are calling will hear a 2 second ring tone Wait for the party s response or proceed to Talking to Another Party on next page FRS_115 3979 v2NEW 12 5 00 1 50 PM Page 10 C Operation Operation R oger Beep Roger Beep Confirmation Tone microTALK Range microTALK Confirmation Yo tlistener willihearan Your microTALK Radio has a range of up to 2 miles R ange Tone audible tone when you This effective range can be shortened under release the Q TALK button some conditions ote o achieve maximum angethe auto squelch This alerts the other party ae ee Refer to that you ar
6. it again within 5 seconds to go to FM mode Select a station by pressing the channel button up or down _ Battery Low Note When battery capacity is at the 1 4 level it is recommended that you replace alkaline bat teries or recharge your NIMH Nickel Metal Hydride battery pack Only the Cobra NiMH battery Part FA BP pack can be i recharged Note lt NiMH rechargeable battery Pack item FA BP and desktop battery charger item FA CR arenot included with this unit FLASHING ICON When in normal use the s icon may begin flashing This is a warning to you that your batteries are getting low Replace alkaline batteries as soon as possible or recharge NiMH battery pack Auto Battery Save Auto Battery When in the FRS mode your FRS 115 has a unique Power Save circuit designed to extend battery life If there are Note no transmissions within 10 seconds the unit will automatically switch to battery save mode and wt ii Will be shown in the display The Auto Battery Save Circuit lt doesnot effect the unit s ability to receive incoming transmis sions FRS_115 3979 v2NEW 12 5 00 1 50 PM Page 8 Operation Operation Calling _ Calling Another Party Talking To Another Party To alert another party you wish to communicate Another Party with them Note Whilethe TALK button is depressed you cannot ___ oo receive incoming calls
7. micro phonewith Push to Talk switch MA EBM 29 95 2 Port Desktop Charger ah ae E die P Charges two microTALK radios ortwo NiMH battery packs 19 95 SN rans eset FA BP Vox Headset Mic fi Th i ih fs 4 T 4 2 yt 2 irao F a VOX Voice Operated Transmitter headset and microphone allows hands free operation 49 95 NiMH Rechargeable Battery Pack acer High performance Nickel Metal Hydride battery pack for multiple charging 29 95 You Can Find These Fine Accessories At Your Local Cobra 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 6 p m M F CST Order by mail or fax Please fill out order form on next page and mail fax directly to Cobra Order over the Web www cobraelectronics com Accessory Order Form e pee Replacement Holster Vox Headset Mic Ear Bud Mic with PTT Lapel Speaker Microphone Battery Charger Subtotal Shipping amp Handling Tax if applicable Shipping handling Total Prices subject to change without notice Tax Table Illinois residents add 7 Amount of Order Shipping Cook Co residents add 75 7 75 total Handling Chicago residents add 1 8 75 total Indiana residents add 5 Michigan residents add 4 Ohio residents add 6 Wisconsin residents add 5 25 00 and under 25 01 40 00 40 01 80 00 80 01 120 00 12
8. 0 01 160 00 160 01 and up For AK HI and PR please add an additional 15 00 For credit card orders fill out order form and fax to 1 773 622 2269 Make check or money order no stamps payable to or call 1 773 889 3087 Cobra Electronics for UPS shi Press 1 from the main menu Accessories Dept or UPS shipments 8 00 am 6 00 pm M F CST 6500 West Cortland St Chicago IL 60707 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 7 10 days for delivery Offer valid in Continental U S only FRS_115 3979 v2NEW 12 5 00 1 50 PM Page 24 4 Cobra MitroTALK Cobra Electronics Corporation 6500 West Cortland Street Chicago IL 60707 For technical assistance please call our Automated Help Desk which can assist you by answering the most frequently asked questions about Cobra products Operating Instructions for your HC obra TYTOTALK 773 889 3087 24 hours a day 7 daysa week 2 Way Ra l 0 A Consumer Service Representative can be reached through this same number 8 00 am 6 00 pm Monday through Friday CST Technical assistance is also available on line in the Frequently Asked Questions FAQ section at F RS 1 1 5 www cobraelectronics comor by e mail to productinfo cobraelectronics com If you think you need service call 1 773 889
9. 11 467 6375MHz CH 5 462 6625MHz CH 6 462 6875M Hz CH 13 467 6875 CH 7 462 7125MHz CH 14 467 7125 CH 12 467 6625MHz C RECEIVER UNIT NOMINAL 1 SENSITIVITY FOR 12 DB SINAD dBm 119 FOR CALL SIG DETECTION dBm 121 2 MAX AUDIO OUTPUT 10 THD mW 150 3 MAX S N RATIO 1mVRFINPUT dB 45 4 SQUELCH a SENSITIVITY dBm 121 FRS_115 3979 v2NEW 12 5 00 1 50 PM Page 20 b ATTACK TIME ms 120 c CLOSING TIME ms 200 5 AUDIO FREQUENCY RESP 300 HZ dB 15 2500 HZ dB 10 6 SIGNAL DISPLACEMENT BW KHZ 5 7 ADJACENT CH REJ ECTION dB 60 8 INTERM ODULATION REJECTION dB 65 9 SPURIOUS RESPONSE REJECTION dB 65 D TRANSMITTER UNIT NOMINAL 1 EFFECTIVE RADIATED POWER mW 500 2 CARRIER FREQ STABILIT Y Hz 200 3 MODULATION LIMITING KHz 2 5 4 CARRIER ATTACK TIME mS 30 5 AUDIO FREQUENCY RESPONSE 300 HZ dB 10 2500 HZ dB 6 AUDIO DISTORTION 7 HUM NOISE dB 38 8 TRANSIENT FREQ BEHAVIOR a TX ON mS 30 b TX OFF mS 5 E POWER SUPPLY 1 BATTERY LIFE 1 1 18 RATIO HR 24 2 BATTERY Vv 4 2 6 0 COBRA ELECTRONICS CORPORATION warrants that its COBRA FRS 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 utilized within the U S A COBRA will without charge repair or replace at its option defect
10. COECETTI PU SH amp RELEASE Note 4 Call button Range Extender aE button and PTT button donot Push and release button icon flashes lock andare fully most buttons are locked operational whiletheunitis To unlock push and release E7 button locked again Buttons are unlocked and icon The unit cannot lock whilein disappears function mode microTALK 2 Way Radio Can Make Life Easier and Safer As you become familiar with your microTALK _emicroTALK _2 Way Radio Can Make Radio you will find many of your own uses forthe Life Easier unit Some suggestions include and Safer Ay Talking with fellow hikers Keeping track of the kids in a shopping mall f i SL os Communicating between basement and first second or third floor Talking to a neighbor ora friend FRS_115 3979 v2NEW 12 5 00 1 50 PM Page 16 i 3 H olster Belt Clip and Desk Stand tin Checking on traveling Agree on ameeting companions in spot after an event another car Holster Belt Clip Desk Stand lt Your microTALK Radio comes with a custom mold ed plastic holster Its unique dual function design enables it to act as a handy desktop storage unit as well as easily attaching to your belt for maxi mum convenience and portability 1 Desk Stand 2 Belt Clip External Headphone
11. FRS_115 3979 v2NEW 12 5 00 1 49 Page 1 H ow to Use Your Cobra Contents Features tiie A ANNA aN AN NAAN The FRS Story FCC Warnings Included Accessories Controls amp Indicators Our Thanks to You CUStO mer SUP POF jinin A3 Operating your microTALK Battery INstallatio miannan a aa aN A 2 TUM ING ONisiiiieiaiieiiiiianiieiiiaianii iii 3 Illuminating the Display uence 3 Auto Squelch Maximum Range Extender Auto MONitor nna 4 Select Channel Station sssrini 5 Mode KE6y ssssssssssrsssrrserrserrsersen Battery Low Auto Battery Save Calling To Another Party Talking To Another Party sssr Talk Confirmation Tone Standby Mode microTALK RaNnge ssssssssserssrrserssrrsss Advanced Features ccsssssssssssssessessssseesssssnssssssssetmmess Storing a Radio StAtiOn cccecccssssesescsseessseeceessnnaneseessessnee Retrieving a Radio Station at Lock FUNGHOMsiiditsicdtieladasudsuninitaniecenedsananin Making Life Easier And Sater cesses 15 Holster Belt Clip Desk Stand Me External Microphone Speakerr J ACK cesceccsssssssssssseesssnees 17 Caring for Your MicrOTALK 000 sssesccssesssseeeteecessnnieeessees 18 Frequency Ranges microTALK Specifications Limited Two Year Warranty 21 Optional Accessories 22 Order FOM aaia 23 If You Think You Need Service ccccssesssscsnees Back Cover microtTALK 2 WWay Radio Features of This Pr
12. ation memory 5 AM _ 5 FM for storing your favorite stations Push Channel PETI button until desired channel is reached PRESS BRIEFLY Press Mode button once MEM 1 will flash Briefly _ press Lock button A double beep will indicate selection has been entered Advanced F eatures To set second memory station tune to station press Mode button briefly press Channel up down button until MEM 2 is reached briefly press Lock button a double beep will confirm selection Repeat above steps to store additional stations Retrieving a Radio Station Retrieving a Radig Station To retrieve your favorite station press the Mode button twice The MEM icon will flash Press the Channel ET kej until the desired station in the memory bank has been reached Repeat above to go to another station To return to manual tuning press the Mode but ton once and press the Channel up down button to reach the desired station To change to another mode hold the Mode but ton in for 5 seconds until you hear a double beep and then continue to press until the desired mode has been reached FRS_115 3979 v2NEW 12 5 00 1 50 PM Page 14 Making Life Easier and Safer Lock Function Lock Function in FRS Mode in FRS Mode The purpose of the LOCK function is to lock most buttons to avoid accidental operation To engage the LOCK function Fy Le f
13. e finished talking aximum Range Extender sec and it s OK for them to begin on on paged talking Standby M ode Standby Mode When finished talking Under flat open Range can be conditions you reduced by will experience buildings and the microTALK s foliage in the maximum range path of the signal Note While the TALK button is depressed you cannot Pt ela db receive incoming calls Release TALK button to receive incoming dienes tolladeand transmissions i hilly terrain Your microTALK is always in the standby mode LA when the amp TALK button is not depressed while ta a in the FRS AM FRS FM FRS mode ry Adjust volume by pushing lt gt lt gt DOWN UP buttons FRS_115 3979 v2NEW 12 5 00 1 50 PM Page 12 Advanced F eatures Digital AM FM Stereo Selecting Storing a R adio Station Note To quickly advance stations hold the Channel button down until a double beep is heard The stations will then scroll rapidly Note The headphone cord acts asa radio antenna try to keep cord extended ina simple loop for best reception Your microTALK also functions as an AM FM stereo tuner It provides complete coverage of all AM and FM bands in stereo where available The stations are digitally tuned for improved ease of selection and clarity of signal Selecting Storing a Radio Station Your microTALK has a ten st
14. ive FRS radios products or component parts upon delivery to the COBRA factory Service Departmen t accom panied by proof of the date of first consumer purchase such as a duplicated copy of a sales receipt 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 Allimplied 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 Limited Two Year Warranty You must pay any initial shipping charges required to ship Cobra Electronics Corporation 6500 West Cortland Street Chicago Illinois 60707 FRS_115 3979 v2NEW 12 5 00 1 50 PM Page 22 Optional Accessories Replacement Holster Pile je ene eer ai Lapel Speaker Gi 2 Microphone D Ma h x Fam al i ah Sa Remote microphone speaker with Push to Talk switch MA SM 24 95 FA CR Ear Bud Mic with PTT n po a i Compact earbud and
15. oduct Two way static free radio with up toa 2 mile range Digital AM FM Stereo Tuner AM FM Memory 14 channels SuperFlex antenna Holster belt clip Roger beep confirmation tone Backlit LCD Stereo Headphones Speaker M icrophone Headphone jack FRS_115 3979 v2NEW Operation 12 5 00 1 50 PM Page 2 Operation Battery Installation Note Batteries not included with microTALK 2 way radio Always use high quality alkaline or NiMH batteries Only the Cobra NiMH bat tery pack Part A BP can be recharged Incorrect positioning can damage both the batteries and the unit Note When batteries are low the iiy ins indicator willblink Install Batteries l Pull lock tab down to remove battery cover Insert four AAA batteries Position batteries according to polarity markings Turning Turning On Your microTALK On Your microlTALK Note You will be able to receive com munications only when the unit isin the FRS AM FRS and FM FRS modes Push and hold the lt _ gt POWER button for 3 seconds An audible tone willindicatethe unitis on The unit will return to the mode last selected before it was shut off Illuminating the Display PUSH amp RELEASE Push and release C F gt LIGHT MAX RANGE button to illuminate display for ten seconds FRS_115 3979 v2NEW 12 5 00 1 50 PM Page 4
16. s manual If after see ea Ca referring to the manual you still need help eae HED Battery Compartment call Cobra Customer Service at 773 889 3087 4 i ED Talk Button Cobra on the World Wide Web Frequently Asked Questions FAQ CanBuNON canbefound or lineat Channel Select Button Battery Charge Pads Mode Key Key Lock www cobradlectronics com FRS_115 3979 v2NEW 12 5 00 1 50 Page 29 The Cobra line of quality products also includes CB Radios High Gear Accessories Radar Detectors o Safety Alert Traffic Warning Systems Nothing comes close to a Cobra
17. s unit primarily asa radio severely diminishes the lifespan of the batteries Note See page 12 for Programming AM FM Stereo Tuner Channel Memory Locations You will be able to receive com isin the FRS AM FRS and FM FRS modes Note To changemodes after onehas until double beep is heard Choose a new one by pressing Mode button until desired selec _ Pressthe Mode key again within 5 seconds to go to FM FRS mode This enables you to listen to your favorite FM station while still being able to lt transmit or receive incoming FRS transmissions tion isreached Press Mode key once to go to FRS mode and select a channel by pressing channel button up munications onlywhentheunit OF down Or press Mode key again within 5 sec onds to go to AM mode Select a station by pressing the channel button up or down _ Mode Key The Mode key allows you to choose bet ween five different modes FRS AM AM FRS FM and FM FRS A double beep will confirm each selec _ tion If the unit has been turned on for a while it will be necessary to hold the Mode key for 5 sec onds in order to activate the selection process A double beep will be heard Or press Mode key again within 5 seconds to go to AM FRS mode This enables you to listen to your favorite AM station while still being able to lt transmit or receive incoming FRS transmissions been selected hold Modebutton Press
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