Cobra 29 LTD BT Operating Instructions Manual

Cobra 29 LTD BT Operating Instructions Manual

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Cobra Electronics Corporation
6500 West Cortland Street
Chicago, IL 60707 USA
If You Think You Need Service
For technical assistance, please call our Automated Help Desk which can assist
you by answering the most frequently asked questions about Cobra products.
773-889-3087
24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
A Consumer Service Representative can be reached at 773-889-3087
8:00 am - 6:00 pm, Monday through Friday, Central Time.
Technical assistance is also available on-line in the Frequently Asked Questions
(FAQ) section at www.cobra.com or by e-mail to productinfo@cobra.com
If you think you need service call 773-889-3087
"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.
1. For Warranty Repair include some form of proof-of-purchase, such as a mechanical reproduction
or carbon or a sales receipt. If you send the original receipt it cannot be returned.
2. Send the entire product.
3. Enclose a description of what is happening with the unit. Include a typed or clearly print name
and address of where the unit is to be returned.
4. Pack unit securely to prevent damage in transit. If possible, use the original packing material.
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 West Cortland Street, Chicago, IL 60707 USA.
6. If the unit is in warranty, upon receipt of your unit it will either be repaired or exchanged
depending on the model. Please allow approximately 3 to 4 weeks before contacting us for
status. If the unit is out of warranty a letter will automatically be sent informing you of the
repair charge or replacement charge. If you have any questions, please call 773-889-3087
for assistance.
Cobra®, Dynamike®, Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra® and the snake design are registered
trademarks of Cobra Electronics Corporation, USA.
Cobra Electronics Corporation™ is a trademark of Cobra Electronics Corporation, USA.
The Bluetooth® word mark and logo are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
29 L TD BT
Operating Instructions for
your Cobra 29 LTD BT
Patent Pending
© 2008 Cobra Electronics Corporation
Version B
Printed in China
Part No. 480-455-P
The CB Story
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.)
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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, regular
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 (included
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
operator's license.
What's Included with Your 29 LTD BT
1.
CB transceiver
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2.
Microphone with
®
Bluetooth
Button
3.
Transceiver bracket
4.
Microphone bracket
Downloaded from www.cbradio.nl
5.
Operating manual
6.
DC power cord
(not shown)
7.
FCC rules
(not shown)

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  • Page 1 Radio-Telephone Operator’s License. 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 Replacement or substitution of transistors, regular following in order to have the product serviced and returned.
  • Page 2: Our Thanks To You

    Our Thanks to You Ordering From U.S.A. Call 773-889-3087 for pricing or visit www.cobra.com. 6-Pin Microphone Connector Thank you for purchasing the Cobra 29 LTD BT CB For Credit Card Orders Power On/Off/Volume/ Radio. Properly used, this Cobra product will give Call 773-889-3087 [Press one from the main menu] 8:00 a.m.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    A Few Rules You Should Know ..........28 Channel 9 Emergency Messages..........28 CB 10 Codes..................30 Frequency Ranges................32 29 LTD BT Specifications ..............33 Warranty Information ..............34 Optional Accessories ............... 35 Accessory Order Info ............... 37 If You Think You Need Service ........Back Cover...
  • Page 4: Installation

    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 Installation Installation Note Connecting to an accessory fuse prevents the unit from Plug power cable into back of unit marked being left on accidentally, and “Power” . Be sure to observe polarity markings. also permits operating the unit without running the engine. Mount the microphone bracket on either side Note...
  • 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 BT has an Note automatic noise limiter, in some installations ignition interference may be high enough to...
  • Page 7: Setting Channel Selector

    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. ANT/ Select one of forty channels and adjust volume. The selected channel is indicated by the LED readout directly above the channel selector knob CB/PA button should be in the...
  • Page 8: Calibrate For Swr (Standing Wave Ratio)

    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

    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 If pairing is lost while the 29 LTD BT power is On, press and hold pick up speech during calls the BT Button for four seconds to re-pair with the cell phone.
  • Page 11: Selecting A Channel

    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 ANT/ 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 Limiter is activated.
  • Page 12: Rf Meter

    Note S/RF-SWR-CAL switch must be in the Connect an external speaker and/or Bluetooth Cobra external speakers are S/RF position. microphone to the jacks on the rear panel. rated at 10 watts. S-Meter RF Gain Control...
  • Page 13: Setting Delta-Tune

    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. ANT/ Full counterclockwise rotation opens the “gate” allowing all signals in. Rotate Delta-Tune knob to the center position for optimum tuning.
  • Page 14: To Transmit

    Operation Operation To Transmit To Transmit Transmit Transmit Caution! Be sure the antenna is properly connected to the radio before ANT/ transmitting. Prolonged transmitting without an antenna, or a poorly matched antenna, could cause damage to the transmitter. Be sure to read the F.C.C. Rules Select desired channel.
  • Page 15: Pa (Public Address)

    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. Connect an external PA speaker to the PA jack on the rear panel.
  • Page 16: Home And Office Set-Up

    For temporary mobile operation you may want to purchase an optional automobile power adapter For further information call Cobra Customer Service from your COBRA dealer. This adapter and a magnetic mount antenna allow you to quickly 773-889-3087. “install” your transceiver for temporary use.
  • Page 17: How Your Cb Can Serve You

    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 • Provide help in event of an emergency only guidelines and not all-inclusive: •...
  • Page 18: Cb 10 Codes

    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. These codes 10-33 Emergency traffic provide quick and easy communication, especially...
  • Page 19: Frequency Ranges

    Frequency Ranges 29 LTD BT Specifications The COBRA 29 LTD BT transceiver represents one GENERAL Channels ......CB - 40 CH of the most advanced AM two-way radios used as Frequency Range .
  • Page 20: Optional Accessories

    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 Back External Speaker HG S100 HG S300 HG S500 Optional Accessories You can find quality Cobra products and accessories at your local Cobra dealer, or in the U.S.A., you can order directly from Cobra. See ordering info on page 37.

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