General Specifications - Cobra MICROTALK PR 270 Owner's Manual

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General Specifications

and Licensing
Operation
General Specifications
FRS/GMRS Frequency
Allocation and Compatibility
Important: Please note that Cobra GMRS models with 15 Channels
may designate different channel numbers for the same frequency.
For example, a Cobra 15 Channel GMRS model would need to be
tuned to Channel 11 in order to communicate with a 22 Channel
GMRS tuned to Channel 15. Please refer to the chart below for
channel/ frequency number compatibility.
A = Channel No. for 22 Channel FRS/GMRS Models
B = Channel No. for 15 Channel GMRS Models
C = Type of Radio Service
D = Frequency in MHz
E = Power Output
A B C D
1 1 FRS/GMRS 462.5625
2 2 FRS/GMRS 462.5875
3 3 FRS/GMRS 462.6125
4 4 FRS/GMRS 462.6375
5 5 FRS/GMRS 462.6625
6 6 FRS/GMRS 462.6875
7 7 FRS/GMRS 462.7125
8 FRS 467.5625
9 FRS 467.5875
10 FRS 467.6125
11 FRS 467.6375
12 FRS 467.6625
13 FRS 467.6875
14 FRS 467.7125
15 11 GMRS 462.5500
16 8 GMRS 462.5750
17 12 GMRS 462.6000
18 9 GMRS 462.6250
19 13 GMRS 462.6500
20 10 GMRS 462.6750
21 14 GMRS 462.7000
22 15 GMRS 462.7250
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Introduction Operation
IMPORTANT NOTICE: FCC LICENSE REQUIRED
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This two-way radio operates on GMRS (General Mobile Radio Service) frequencies
which require an FCC (Federal Communications Commission) license. A user must
be licensed prior to operating on Channels 1 through 7 on high power or 15
through 22, which comprise the GMRS channels of this radio. Serious penalties
could result for unlicensed use of GMRS channels, in violation of FCC rules.
Operation of this radio is subject to additional rules specified in 47 C.F.R. Part 95.
Licensed users will be issued a call sign by the FCC, which should be used for
station identification when operating this radio. GMRS users should also cooperate
by engaging in permissible transmissions only, avoiding channel interference with
other GMRS users, and being prudent with the length of their transmission time.
For licensing information and application forms, please call the FCC Hotline
at 800-418-FORM. Request form #159 and form #605. Questions regarding
the license application should be directed to the FCC at 888-CALL-FCC.
Additional information is available on the FCC's website at www.fcc.gov.
Channel 1 through 7 on low power and channels 8 through 14 comprise the
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FRS (Family Radio Service). No license is required to operate on the FRS.
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Safety Information for microTALK Radios
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Your wireless handheld portable transceiver contains a low power transmitter.
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When the talk button is pushed, it sends out radio frequency (RF) signals.
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The device is authorized to operate at a duty factor not to exceed 50%.
In August 1996, the Federal Communications Commissions (FCC) adopted
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RF exposure guidelines with safety levels for handheld wireless devices.
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Important
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FCC RF Exposure Requirements: For body-worn operation, this radio has
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been tested and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines when used with Cobra
accessories supplied or designated for this product. Use of other accessories
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may not ensure compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines. Use only the
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supplied antenna. Unauthorized antennas, modifications or attachments
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could damage the transmitter and may violate FCC regulations.
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Normal Position
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Hold the transmitter approximately 2 inches from your face and speak in a
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normal voice, with the antenna pointed up and away.
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This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
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to the following two conditions: 1) This device may not cause harmful
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including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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FCC Warnings: Replacement or substitution of transistors, regular diodes or
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other parts of a unique nature, with parts other than those recommended by
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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.
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