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- Page 1 38 WX ST Operating Instructions for your Cobra HH 38 WX ST Citizens Band 2-Way Handheld CB Radio Pwr Sav er DW CB/ WX CH9 /19 “Ingenious Products for Easier Communication.”...
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Page 2: The Cb Story
FCC Rules and Regulations, before operating your Cobra radio, even though the FCC no longer requires you to obtain an operator’s license. What’s Included with Your HH 38 WX ST High Efficiency Antenna Removable Belt Clip Wrist Strap... -
Page 3: Features
Instant Channel 9 & 19 and Dual Watch Key Function Key Channel Scan Microphone Thank you for purchasing the Cobra HH 38 WX ST handheld CB. Properly used, this Cobra product will give you many years of reliable service. SoundTracker® FUNC PWR SAVE WX “Cuts noise coming in...strengthens signals... -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
The CB Story ...A1 FCC Regulations Included Accessories Controls & Indicators...A2 Our Thanks to You...A3 SoundTracker® System Customer Support Operating Your HH 38 WX ST Antenna ...2 Battery Installation...3 Belt Clip ...3 Turning on Your CB ...4 Setting Squelch...4 Selecting a Channel...6 LCD Display...7... -
Page 5: Antenna
Ignoring polarity markings (+/-) and slide can cause damage to both the unit and the batteries. The HH 38 WX ST requires 9 “AA”alkaline or NiCD batteries (not included with the unit). When batteries are low or need charging the BATTERY icon will flash on the LCD display. -
Page 6: Setting Squelch
Turning On Turning On Rotate ON - OFF Volume Control Note When you turn on the HH 38 WX ST , a series of tones will be heard and the icons will briefly appear on the LCD Squelch display. LCD lights on for 5 seconds. -
Page 7: Lcd Display
Operation Select Channel Select Channel Turn power ON. For higher channel, push UP arrow key. Note For quick advance, push and hold arrow key(s). LIGHT LIGHT Note When switching from one channel to another, squelch will need to be reset. See Setting Squelch on pages 4 and 5. -
Page 8: Transmit/Receive
Operation Transmit/Receive Transmit / Receive Stop Antenna must be installed before TX Note While PTT button is depressed you cannot receive transmissions. To transmit, push and hold FUNC The TRANSMISSION POWER METER will be displayed when transmitting. Note During transmit, your outgoing transmission power is measured in watts and displayed on the bar graph. -
Page 9: All Channel Scan
3RD TIME CH9/19 CB/WX Scan All Channel Scan Note When an incoming transmission is received the HH 38 WX ST will stop scanning. 10 seconds after scan stops, FUNC scanning will resume. PWR SAVE SCAN DW SIGNAL Note Pwr Saver... -
Page 10: Dual Watch
CH9/19 Scan The DW icon will stay on. FUNCTION key. Func FUNC PWR SAVE SCAN flashing The HH 38 WX ST display will switch between icon the selected channels. Func PUSH & HOLD To stop dual watch, push CH9/19 Scan DOWN key on the HH 38 WX ST. -
Page 11: Weather Channels
Frequency Ranges Push and release the section on page 36. current weather channel will appear. Note Your HH 38 WX ST has a special auto squelch circuit for weather transmission which disables your squelch control. FUNC... - Page 12 Operation Power Saver Power Saver (HI/LOW) (HI/LOW) Reduces transmit power output to 1 watt to extend battery life. Note The low power setting cuts Pwr Saver Lock the transmitting range in half, but the receiving range CB/WX is not affected. Push and release the FUNCTION icon will be displayed.
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Page 13: Battery Capacity Level
Operation Battery Capacity Battery Capacity Level Level To monitor the remaining power level of the HH 38 WX ST battery: check battery icon bands. Note Battery life is approximately 20 hours under normal use conditions. flashing icon BATTERY icon will flash if batteries are low. - Page 14 Operation Activating Activating SoundTracker® SoundTracker ® Note This engages the SoundTracker® system and reduces the noise level. PUSH & RELEASE Push and release the FUNC SOUNDTRACKER icon will appear. Testing SoundTracker® FUNC PWR SAVE SCAN SIGNAL Select any unused channel on your CB. Pwr Saver Lock Func...
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Page 15: Lighted Display
Operation Squelch Volume Turn the volume up louder than your normal listening level. Note At times you may experience different levels of noise reduction. Different terrains PUSH & and environments will effect RELEASE the SoundTracker® System’s performance. Push and release the SOUNDTRACKER icon will appear. -
Page 16: Lock Key
To lock, push and hold the seconds. The To unlock, push and hold seconds again. In Vehicle Use The HH 38 WX ST can be connected to your cigarette lighter with the provided adapter. This power connection does NOT charge the batteries. FUNC... -
Page 17: How Your Cb Can Serve You
How Your CB Can Serve You • Warn of traffic problems • Provide weather and road data • Provide help in event of an emergency • Provide direct contact with home or office • Assist police by reporting erratic drivers •... - Page 18 How Your CB Can Serve You Channel 9 1. Set to channel 9 for emergencies Emergency Be sure antenna is properly connected. Messages 2. CB Distress Data When transmitting an emergency, you should request a “REACT BASE” and provide the CB Note distress data (called CLIP): If no response on channel 9,...
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Page 19: Cb 10 Codes
How Your CB Can Serve You CB 10-Codes CB 10-Codes Citizen Bands have adopted the “10-CODES” for standard questions and answers. These codes provide quick and easy communication, especially in noisy areas. Following are some of the more common codes and meanings: Code Meaning 10-1... - Page 20 Frequency Ranges The COBRA HH 38 WX ST transceiver represents one of the most advanced AM two-way radios used as a Class D station in the Citizens Radio Service. This unit features advanced Phase Lock Loop (PLL) circuitry providing complete coverage of all 40 CB channels and 10 weather channels as shown below.
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Page 21: Optional Accessories
CA-40 adapter allows you hands-free operation. MA-VOX Long Range Antenna Doubles the range (1) High Performance Ni-CD of your HH 38 WX ST. Rechargeable Battery Cell CA-41 212-001-N-001 Replacement DC Power Cord Replacement Belt Clip For in vehicle use HA-BC... -
Page 22: Order Form
Accessory Order Form Call 773.889.3087 for pricing or visit www.cobra.com For credit card orders fill out order form and fax to: 773.622.2269 or call 773.889.3087 (Press 1 from the main menu) 8:00 am - 6:00 pm, M-F, CST. Make check or money order (no stamps) payable to: Cobra Accessories Dept. -
Page 23: If You Think You Need Service
5. Ship prepaid and insured by way of a traceable carrier such as United Parcel Service (UPS) or First Class Mail: to avoid loss in transit to: Cobra Factory Service, Cobra Electronics Corporation, 6500 W. Cortland St., Chicago, IL 60707.