Cobra MARINE HH500 Owner's Manual page 26

Mobile Phone Operation
With Bluetooth
Operating Your Radio VHF Marine Radio Protocols
General Bluetooth Operation and Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Industry Standard Range for Bluetooth
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The industry standard range for Bluetooth wireless technology is 30 feet
(10 meters). The radio will loose its pairing with the mobile phone if the
mobile phone and the radio are separated farther than this. The radio will
automatically reconnect with the mobile phone when the user comes back into
range.
How many phones can the radio pair with?
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The radio can only be paired to one mobile phone at a time. This is the standard
operation for any Bluetooth headset or in-car Bluetooth system.
Do I need to have my mobile phone with me?
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Yes, the phone call is actually completed through your mobile phone and your
mobile phone operator/carrier. The mobile phone must be with the 30 feet
(10 meters) range of the radio. The radio does not increase the offshore
range of your mobile phone.
■ Can I use a standard Bluetooth ® headset with this radio?
No, the radio is using the headset profile of the Bluetooth specification to pair with
your mobile phone. It cannot pair to another Bluetooth headset.
Can I use this unit as a speakerphone or hands-free device?
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Turning on VOX allows you to use the radio without pressing the PTT
(Push to Talk) button. The radio will still need to be operated in a face held position
with the microphone close to the mouth. This radio uses a noise canceling
microphone, and it will not operate well from the belt clip or another hands-free
position.
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Mobile Phone Operation
With Bluetooth
Operating Your Radio VHF Marine Radio Protocols
Please make sure to note your VOX setting.
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If VOX is set to On, then the receiving caller might hear conversation and noise in
your background. This setting is retained in memory. If switched On, then it will
be On the next time the radio is switched On and connected.
Can I use my mobile phone for emergency use?
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No, Cobra does not endorse cellular telephones as a substitute for marine radios.
They generally cannot communicate with rescue vessels and, if you make a distress
call on your cellular telephone, only the party you call will be able to hear you.
Additionally, cellular telephones may have limited coverage over water. If you do
not know where you are, the Coast Guard will have difficulty finding you if you
are using your cellular telephone. However, cellular telephones can have a place
onboard where cellular coverage is available – to allow social conversations and
keep the marine frequencies uncluttered and available for their intended use.
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