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PMR300-UK.qx copy
6/21/99 11:45 AM
How to Use Y our Cobra
M i c ro Ta l k
Contents
Section A - English:
Features.....................................................................................1
The PMR Story........................................................................A1
Included Accessories
Controls & Indicators ..........................................................A2
Our Thanks to You ................................................................A3
Operating your MicroTalk
Battery Installation............................................................2
LCD Display ..........................................................................4
Turning On............................................................................5
Auto Battery Power Saver...............................................5
Select Main Channel (1-8)...............................................6
Select CTCSS Subchannel (00-38)................................6
Battery Low ..........................................................................9
Calling Another Party .......................................................10
Talking To Another Party .................................................12
Talk Confirmation Tone....................................................14
Listening For Another Party ...........................................14
Auto Squelch.......................................................................15
Maximum Range Extender.............................................15
MicroTalk Range................................................................16
Making Life Easier And Safer ..........................................17
External Microphone/Speaker Jack ............................19
Advanced Features ..............................................................20
Programming Memory Locations................................22
Using Memory Locations................................................26
Scan Function......................................................................28
Ringer/Vibrate Modes......................................................32
Tone Settings.......................................................................36
Lock Function......................................................................38
Caring for Your MicroTalk ................................................39
MicroTalk Specifications ..................................................40
Accessories ..............................................................................42
De u t s c h . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Abschnitt B
Es p a ñ o l. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sección C
Fra n ç a i s. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Se ction D
It a l i a n o. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sezione E
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2 - Way Radio
Features of This Product
• UHF FM Frequencies
• No Air-time Fees
• Up to 3 km (2-mile) Ra n g e
• 8 Main Channels
• 38 CTCSS Subchannels
• LCD Function Display
• Talk Confirmation To n e
• Ca l l / Ring Bu t to n
• Recharging Pads
• Retractable Antenna
• Au to Ba t te ry Saver Ci rc u i ty
• Auto Squelch
• 10 Memory Locations
• Full Channel/CTCSS Scan
• Lock Key
• Ri n g / Vi b ra te No t i f i ca t i o n
• Wrist Strap/Belt Clip
• Water Resistant
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    PMR300-UK.qx copy 6/21/99 11:45 AM Page 1 How to Use Y our Cobra M i c ro Ta l k 2 - Way Radio Contents Section A - English: Features..................1 The PMR Story................A1 Included Accessories Features of This Product Controls & Indicators ............A2 •...
  • Page 2 PMR300-UK.qx copy 6/21/99 11:45 AM Page 2 Operation Operation Battery Install Batteries Installation Clear antenna. Note Batteries not included with MicroTalk 2-way radio. Note Always use high-quality alkaline or NiMH batteries. Incorrect positioning can damage both the batteries and the unit. On ly the Co b ra NiMH b a t te ry pack (Pa rt no.

  • Page 3: Lcd Display

    PMR300-UK.qx copy 6/21/99 11:45 AM Page 4 Operation Operation LCD Display LCD Display Turning On Your MicroTalk Turning On Your Rotate ON - OFF Volume Control clockwise. MicroTalk An audible “tone” will indicate that the unit is on. The LCD will go through a 3-second self-test and then go to operational mode.

  • Page 4: Select Main Channel (1-8)

    PMR300-UK.qx copy 6/21/99 11:45 AM Page 6 Operation Operation Select Main Select Main Channel (1-8) Select CTCSS Subchannel (00-38) continued Select CTCSS Channel Subchannel Rotate ON - OFF Volume Control clockwise. An audible “tone” will indicate that the unit is Rotate ON - OFF Volume Control clockwise.

  • Page 5: Battery Low

    Metal Hyd ride) batte ry pack. either button. batteries are getting low. Push and hold the buttons for fast channel Only the Cobra NiMH Replace alkaline batteries as soon as possible advance. battery pack (Part no. and/or recharge NiMH battery pack. PMR-BP) pack can be recharged.

  • Page 6: Calling Another Party

    PMR300-UK.qx copy 6/21/99 11:45 AM Page 10 Operation Operation Calling Calling Another Party Another To alert another party that you wish to Party communicate: Note Both the calling and receiv- ing units must be on same channel and subchannel Select desired channel by pushing and for the call function to releasing either button.

  • Page 7: Talking To Another Party

    PMR300-UK.qx copy 6/21/99 11:45 AM Page 12 Operation Operation Talking to Talking To Another Party Another To send your outgoing message: Party Note While PTT button is depressed you cannot Push and hold button. receive incoming calls. Note Both units must be on same channel to communicate.

  • Page 8: Listening For Another Party

    PMR300-UK.qx copy 6/21/99 11:45 AM Page 14 Operation Operation Talk Talk Confirmation Tone Auto Squelch Auto Squelch Confirmation Your MicroTalk is equipped with Auto Squelch, Your listener will hear an Tone which automatically shuts off weak transmissions audible tone when you and unwanted noise due to ter rain conditions or release the PTT button.

  • Page 9: Microtalk Range

    PMR300-UK.qx copy 6/21/99 11:45 AM Page 16 MicroTalk Range Making Life Easier and Safer MicroTalk MicroTalk MicroTalk Range MicroTalk 2-Way Radio Can Make Life 2-Way Radio Range Easier and Safer Your Mi c ro Talk Radio has a range of up to 3 km Can Make (2-miles).

  • Page 10: External Microphone/Speaker Jack

    PMR300-UK.qx copy 6/21/99 11:45 AM Page 18 Making Life Easier and Safer E x t e rnal Microphone/Speaker Jack MicroTalk 2-Way Radio Can Make Life MicroTalk External Microphone/Speaker Jack External Easier and Safer continued 2-Way Radio Microphone/ Your MicroTalk 2-Way Radio can be fitted with Can Make Speaker Jack an external microphone/speaker (not included),...

  • Page 11: Advanced Features

    PMR300-UK.qx copy 6/21/99 11:45 AM Page 20 Advanced Features Advanced Features Advanced Advanced Features Features Your MicroTalk has many advanced features not found on other 2-way radios. These include: No te • 10 Memory Storage Location and Recall When using or prog ra m- •...
  • Page 12 PMR300-UK.qx copy 6/21/99 11:45 AM Page 22 Advanced Features Advanced Features Programming Programming Memory Locations Memory Your MicroTalk has 10 memory (0-9) locations for Locations storing your most frequently used channels. Rotate ON - OFF Volume Control clockwise. An audible “tone” will indicate that the unit is on.The LCD will go through a 3-second self- test and then go to operational mode.

  • Page 13: Programming Memory Locations

    PMR300-UK.qx copy 6/21/99 11:45 AM Page 24 Advanced Features Advanced Features Programming Programming Memory Locations Your MicroTalk will stay in the subchannel continued section until you: Memory Locations Push and hold button to set memory location and stay in memory scan. Note or...
  • Page 14 PMR300-UK.qx copy 6/21/99 11:45 AM Page 26 Advanced Features Advanced Features Using Memory Channel Recall/Talk Memory To recall a channel in memory: Locations Note If function button is pushed Push and hold button and talk. Your radio while you are listening/ will stay on this recalled location until you talking, programming will exit out of memory function mode.

  • Page 15: Scan Function

    PMR300-UK.qx copy 6/21/99 11:45 AM Page 28 Advanced Features Advanced Features Scan Function Scan Function Rotate ON - OFF Volume Control clockwise. An audible “tone” will indicate that the unit is on. The LCD will go through a 3-second self- test and then go to operational mode.
  • Page 16 PMR300-UK.qx copy 6/21/99 11:45 AM Page 30 Advanced Features Advanced Features Scan Function Scan Function Your MicroTalk will pick it up for 10 seconds. continued Within 10 seconds you can: To scan subchannels: Push and hold button and talk. Your radio will return to operational mode on that channel.

  • Page 17: Ringer/Vibrate Modes

    PMR300-UK.qx copy 6/21/99 11:45 AM Page 32 Advanced Features Advanced Features Ringer/Vibrate Ringer/Vibrate Modes Modes Your Microtalk will signal you that there is an incoming transmission with either a tone or a vibration or both. To set for Ringer/Vibrate: Rotate ON - OFF Volume Control clockwise.
  • Page 18 PMR300-UK.qx copy 6/21/99 11:45 AM Page 34 Advanced Features Advanced Features Ringer/Vibrate Ringer/Vibrate Modes continued Modes After selecting the mode you desire, push and release button or button to proceed to Note Note next function. Push and release either button again. When you push and hold Unit must be in operational icon appears for vibrator mode.
  • Page 19 PMR300-UK.qx copy 6/21/99 11:45 AM Page 36 Advanced Features Advanced Features Tone Tone Setting Talk Confirmation Tone Indicator To te m po ra rily eliminate the Talk Co n f i rm ation To n e : Settings The Key Stroke Tone and Talk Confirmation Tone can be temporarily turned on or off during the operation of your MicroTalk 2-Way Radio.

  • Page 20: Lock Function

    PMR300-UK.qx copy 6/21/99 11:45 AM Page 38 Advanced Features Caring for Your MicroTalk Radio Caring Lock Function Caring for Your MicroTalk Radio Lock Function for Your The purpose of the LOCK function is to lock most The MicroTalk 2-Way Radio will give you years MicroTalk of service if cared for properly.

  • Page 21: Microtalk Specifications

    PMR300-UK.qx copy 6/21/99 11:45 AM Page 40 MicroTalk Specifications MicroTalk Specifications I.GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS C.TRANSMITTER UNIT 1. EFFECTIVE RADIATED POWER A.FREQUENCY 2. CARRIER FREQ.STABILIT Y Channel 3. MODULATION LIMITING Frequency Channel In MHz 4. CARRIER ATTACK TIME 446.00625 5. AUDIO FREQUENCY RESPONSE 446.01875 @ 300 HZ 446.03125...

  • Page 22: Accessories

    Includes connection. s h i rt clip. P M R-EBM P M R- S M You Can Find These High-Quality Accessories Vox Mic Your Local Cobra Dealer. VOX (Voice Operated Transmitter) adapter allows you hands-free operation. PMR-VOX...
  • Page 23 2-Way Radio Cobra MicroTalk PMR 300 Betriebsfunkgerät für Gegensprechbetrieb Radio móvil privada bidireccional Cobra MicroTalk PMR 300 © 1999 Cobra Electronics Corporation Appareil de 6500 West Cortland Street Chicago, Illinois 60707 USA radiocommunications www.cobraelec.com à usage privé Ricetrasmettitore portatile per uso privato “Ingenious Prod u cts for Easier Co m m u n i cat i o n .”...
  • Page 24 Like contacting ski partners back at the lodge? Or letting a friend know how to find you in a busy shopping centre? Cobra’s MicroTalk radios are a great way for friends or family to increase their fun - and safe ty - by staying in to u c h while on the go and they are pe rfe ct for business as we l l , such as office to wa rehouse co m m u n i cat i o n s.
  • Page 25 PTT (Push To Talk ) Key 16 . Battery Chamber Co b ra on the Wo rld Wi d e Thank you for purchasing the Cobra PMR 300 We b : 2-way Radio. Properly used, this Cobra product Frequently Asked Questions will give you many years of reliable service.

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