Cobra Harley-Davidson 29 LTD HD LE Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions
for your Cobra 29 LTD HD LE
CB Radio
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com
29 LTD HD LE
Edition
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
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and Class C remote control frequencies.)
FCC Regulations
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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
"broadcasting."
FCC Warnings
All transmitter adjustments other than those
supplied by the manufacturer as front panel
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operating controls, must be made by, or under
the supervision of, the holder of an FCC-issued
general Radio-Telephone Operator's License.
Replacement or substitution of transistors, regula
diodes or other parts of a unique nature, with
parts other than those recommended by Cobra,
may cause violation of the technical regulations
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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 (include
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
29 LTD HD LE
operator's license.
Operating Instructions
for your Cobra 29 LTD HD LE
Edition
What's Included with Your 29 LTD HD LE
CB Radio
1.
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2.
3.
4.
5.
A1
The CB Story
CB transceiver
6.
DC power cord
Microphone
7.
FCC rules
Transceiver bracket
1.
(not shown)
Microphone bracket
Operating Manual

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  • Page 1 1959. (CB also includes a Class A citizens band Operating Instructions and Class C remote control frequencies.) for your Cobra 29 LTD HD LE FCC Regulations FCC regulations permit only “transmissions” Edition (one party to another) rather than “broadcasts”...
  • Page 2: Our Thanks To You

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Controls and Indicators Our Thanks to You Thank you for purchasing the Cobra 29 LTD HD LE CB Radio. Properly used, this Cobra product will 4-Pin Microphone Connector give you many years of reliable service.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com How to Use Your Cobra 29 LTD HD LE Contents Features....................1 The CB Story..................A1 FCC Regulations FCC Warnings Included Accessories Controls & Indicators...............A2 Our Thanks to You ................A3 Customer Support Installation Location .....................2 Features of This Product Mounting and Connection ............2...
  • Page 4: Location

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Installation Installation Location 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 underside of the dash with the microphone bracket beside it.
  • Page 5 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Installation Installation Note Connecting to an accessory fuse prevents the unit from being left Plug power cable into back of unit marked on accidentally, and also “Power” . Be sure to observe polarity markings. permits operating the unit without running the engine.
  • Page 6: Antennas

    Cobra representative. not significantly discharge the vehicle’s battery. choice is on the center of the trunk. Even though the Cobra 29 LTD HD LE has an automatic noise limiter, in some installations Note ignition interference may be high enough to Because many newer trucks make good communications impossible.
  • Page 7: Setting Channel Selector

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Operation Operation Turning On Turning On Setting Channel Selector Setting Channel Selector Make sure the power cord, antenna and microphone are connected to their proper connectors before starting. Select one of forty channels and adjust volume.
  • Page 8: Calibrate For Swr (Standing Wave Ratio)

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Operation Operation Calibrate For Calibrate for SWR (Standing Wave Ratio) SWR (Standing SWR calibration is done to properly adjust the Wave Ratio) 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 optimum performance.
  • Page 9: To Receive

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Operation Operation To Receive To Receive Note The reading will be slightly higher on Channels 1 and 40 compared to Channel 20. While still holding down the mic button, set Note the S/RF SWR CAL switch to the SWR position, When switched to SWR position Rotate the On/Off Volume knob clockwise...
  • Page 10: Selecting A Channel

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Operation Operation Selecting A Selecting A Channel NB-ANL/ANL/OFF (Noise NB-ANL/ANL/ Blanker/Automatic Noise Limiter) Switch Channel OFF (Noise Blanker/ Automatic Noise Limiter) Switch Note Switch to NOR to select desired channel. The RF noise blanker is very When switched to ANL the Automatic Noise effective in reducing repetitive S-Meter...
  • Page 11: Bright/Dim Switch

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Operation Operation RF Gain Control Bright/Dim Bright/Dim Switch RF Gain Control Switch The RF Gain is used to optimize reception in strong or weak signal areas. Note The RF Gain is used to optimize reception in weak signal areas.
  • Page 12: Setting Delta-Tune

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Operation Operation Setting Setting Delta-Tune Gate open 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. Full counterclockwise rotation opens the “gate”...
  • Page 13: To Transmit

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Operation Operation To Transmit To Transmit Transmit Transmit Caution! Be sure the antenna is properly connected to the radio before transmitting. Prolonged transmitting without an antenna, or a poorly matched antenna, could cause damage to the transmitter.
  • Page 14: Rf Meter

    Note S/RF-SWR-CAL switch must be in the Connect an external speaker to the external Cobra external speakers are speaker jack on the rear panel. S/RF position. rated at 10 watts.
  • Page 15: Pa (Public Address)

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Operation Operation PA (Public PA (Public Address) 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.
  • Page 16: Home And Office Set-Up

    Mobile Set-Up For temporary mobile operation you may want to purchase an optional automobile power adapter For further information call from your COBRA dealer. This adapter and a Cobra Customer Service magnetic mount antenna allow you to quickly 773.889.3087. “install” your transceiver for temporary use.
  • Page 17: How Your Cb Can Serve You

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com How Your CB Can Serve You How Your CB Can Serve You • Warn of traffic problems The FCC gives these examples of permitted and • Provide weather and road data prohibited messages for channel 9. These are •...
  • Page 18: Cb 10 Codes

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com How Your CB Can Serve You How Your CB Can Serve You Code Meaning CB 10-Codes CB 10-Codes 10-29 Time is up for contact Citizen Bands have adopted the “10-CODES” for 10-30 Does not conform to FCC rules standard questions and answers.
  • Page 19: Frequency Ranges

    Frequency Ranges 29 LTD HD LE Specifications The COBRA 29 LTD HD LE transceiver represents one GENERAL Channels ......CB - 40 CH of the most advanced AM two-way radios used as a Frequency Range .
  • Page 20 6500 West Cortland Street the product for warranty service, but the return charges Chicago, Illinois 60707 USA will be at Cobra's expense, if the product is repaired or replaced under warranty. www.cobra.com This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
  • Page 21: Optional Accessories

    HG S300 $28.95 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 773.889.3087 (Press 1 from the main menu) 8 a.m.-6 p.m. M-F CST.
  • Page 22 For AK, HI and PR please add and fax to: 773.622.2269 payable to: an additional $15.00 for UPS or call 773.889.3087 (Press 1 from the Cobra Accessories Department shipments. main menu) 8:00 am - 6:00 pm, M-F, CST. 6500 West Cortland Street Chicago, IL 60707 USA...
  • Page 23: If You Think You Need Service

    “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 following in order to have the product serviced and returned.

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