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VHF MARINE RADIO
MR HH325 VP
Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra
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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual VHF MARINE RADIO MR HH325 VP Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra ® English...

  • Page 2: Introduction

    Our Thanks to You and Customer Assistance Introduction Our Thanks to You • Thank you for purchasing a CobraMarine ® VHF radio. Properly used, this Cobra ® product will give you many years of reliable service. How Your CobraMarine VHF Radio Works This radio is a battery-powered portable transceiver for use afloat.

  • Page 3: Radio Controls And Indicators

    Radio Controls and Indicators Introduction Belt Clip Engagement Speaker/ ON/OFF/Volume Microphone Control External Cover Antenna Squelch Control Backlit Wrist Screen Strap Connector Channel Up Battery Button Battery Push to Instant Clip Talk Channel Button 16/9 Button Channel SCAN Down Button Button Backlight/ Key Lock...

  • Page 4: Backlit Lcd (Liquid Crystal Display) Screen

    Backlit LCD Screen and Product Features Introduction Backlit LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Screen • Transmit and Receive Icons Low/Medium/High Power Icons Weather Icon Frequency Weather Alert Icon Band Icon Call Tone Icon Memory Channel Icon Active Channel Memory Channel Numbers Voice Activate Transmit Icon Tri-Watch Icon Simplex Operation Icon...

  • Page 5: Product Features

    Product Features Introduction Product Features (continued) • Hands-Free Operation Voice Signal Strength Meter Activation (VOX) Shows the strength of incoming or “Hands-Free” automatic transmission outgoing signals. when you speak. Illuminated Buttons Emergency Weather Alert Allows high visibility of all function Receive NOAA alerts when threatening buttons.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction Introduction Introduction Our Thanks to You ........A1 Customer Assistance .

  • Page 8: Important Safety Information

    Important Safety Information Introduction Introduction Important Safety Information • Before installing and using your CobraMarine VHF radio, please read these general precautions and warnings. Warning and Notice Statements To make the most of this radio, it must be installed and used properly. Please read the installation and operating instructions carefully before installing and using the radio.
  • Page 9 Important Safety Information Introduction Introduction The following WARNINGS and NOTICE information will make you aware of RF exposure hazards and how to assure you operate the radio within the FCC RF exposure limits established for the radio. WARNINGS Your radio generates electromagnetic RF (radio frequency) energy when it is transmitting.
  • Page 10 Important Safety Information Introduction Introduction NOTICE Your radio is waterproof only when the antenna and batteries are properly installed. AVOID using or storing the radio at temperatures below -4˚F (-20˚C) or above 140˚F (60˚C). KEEP your radio at least 3 ft (0,9 m) away from your vessel’s magnetic navigation compass.

  • Page 11: Recommendations For Marine Communication

    Recommendations for Marine Communication Introduction Introduction Recommendations for Marine Communication • The frequencies your radio uses are set aside to enhance safety afloat and for vessel navigation and operational messages over a range suitable for nearshore voyages. If the 5 watt maximum output of your radio is not sufficient for the distances you travel from the coast, consider installing a CobraMarine fixed mount radio with up to 25 watts of output power.

  • Page 12: Vhf Marine Radio Protocols

    FCC Licensing Information Introduction VHF Marine Radio Protocols FCC Licensing Information • CobraMarine VHF radios comply with the FCC (Federal Communications Commission) requirements that regulate the Maritime Radio Service. The radio operates on all currently allocated marine channels and is switchable for use according to U.S.A., International or Canadian regulations.
  • Page 13 FCC Licensing Information Introduction VHF Marine Radio Protocols User Responsibility and Operating Locations All users are responsible for observing domestic and foreign government regulations and are subject to severe penalties for violations. The VHF frequencies on your radio are reserved for marine use and require a special license to operate from land, including when your boat is on its trailer.

  • Page 14: Vhf Marine Radio Procedures

    VHF Marine Radio Procedures Introduction VHF Marine Radio Protocols VHF Marine Radio Procedures • Maintain Your Watch Whenever your boat is underway, the radio must be turned On and be tuned to Channel 16 except when being used for messages. Power Try 1 watt first, if the station being called is within a few miles.
  • Page 15 VHF Marine Radio Procedures VHF Marine Radio Protocols Prohibited Communications You MUST NOT transmit: False distress or emergency messages. Messages containing obscene, indecent or profane language. General calls, signals or messages (messages not addressed to a particular station) on Channel 16, except in an emergency or if you are testing your radio. When you are on land.

  • Page 16: Voice Calling

    Voice Calling VHF Marine Radio Protocols Voice Calling • You are required to listen to Channel 16 while standing by. Channel 16 is the distress and safety channel used for establishing initial contact with another station and for emergency communication. The Coast Guard also monitors Channel 16 for safety purposes for everyone on the water.
  • Page 17 Voice Calling Introduction VHF Marine Radio Protocols If the other does not respond, wait two (2) minutes and repeat. You are permitted to attempt contact three (3) times, two (2) minutes apart. If you still have not made contact, wait 15 minutes before trying again. After communications are completed, each vessel must sign off with its call sign or vessel name and the word “out”...

  • Page 18: Radiotelephone Calls

    Radiotelephone Calls Introduction VHF Marine Radio Protocols Radiotelephone Calls • Boaters may make and receive radiotelephone calls to and from any number on the telephone network by using the services of public coast stations. Calls can be made — for a fee — between your radio and telephones on land, sea and in the air. See pages 20 through 27 for the public correspondence (marine operator) channels.

  • Page 19: Emergency Messages And Distress Procedure

    Emergency Messages and Distress Procedure Introduction VHF Marine Radio Protocols Emergency Messages and Distress Procedure • The ability to summon assistance in an emergency is the primary reason to have a VHF marine radio. The marine environment can be unforgiving, and what may initially be a minor problem can rapidly develop into a situation beyond your control.
  • Page 20 Emergency Messages and Distress Procedure Introduction VHF Marine Radio Protocols Marine Emergency Signals The three (3) spoken international emergency signals are: MAYDAY The distress signal MAYDAY is used to indicate that a station is threatened by grave and imminent danger and requests immediate assistance. The urgency signal PAN is used when the safety of the vessel or person is in jeopardy.
  • Page 21 Emergency Messages and Distress Procedure Introduction VHF Marine Radio Protocols Marine Distress Procedure Speak slowly — clearly — calmly. 1. Make sure your radio is On. 2. Select Channel 16. 3. Press Talk button and say: “MAYDAY — MAYDAY — MAYDAY.” (Or “PAN —...
  • Page 22 Emergency Messages and Distress Procedure Introduction VHF Marine Radio Protocols For Example “Mayday — Mayday — Mayday” “This is Corsair — Corsair — Corsair” [or “IL 1234 AB,” repeated three (3) times] “Mayday Corsair (or IL 1234 AB)” “Navy Pier bears 220 degrees magnetic — distance 5 miles” “Struck submerged object and flooding —...
  • Page 23 Introduction VHF Marine Radio Protocols This page intentionally left blank Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra ®...

  • Page 24: Vhf Marine Channel Assignments

    VHF Marine Channel Assignments VHF Marine Radio Protocols VHF Marine Channel Assignments • Three (3) sets of VHF channels have been established for marine use in the U.S.A., Canada and the rest of the world (International). Most of the channels are the same for all three (3) maps, but there are definite differences (see table on the following pages).

  • Page 25: Digital Selective Calling

    VHF Marine Channel Assignments VHF Marine Radio Protocols VHF Marine Radio Protocols Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) Channels 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 60, 61, 84, 84A, 85, 85A, 86, 86A, 87, 87A, 88* For calls to marine operators at public coast stations. You can make and receive telephone calls through these stations.
  • Page 26 VHF Marine Channel Assignments Introduction VHF Marine Radio Protocols Channel Channel Map Frequency Power Number Int’l Canada Transmit Receive Limits • • 156.050 160.650 • 156.050 156.050 • • 156.100 160.700 • • 156.150 160.750 • 156.150 156.150 • 156.200 160.800 •...
  • Page 27 VHF Marine Channel Assignments Introduction VHF Marine Radio Protocols Channel Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) Port Operations and Commercial, VTS in selected areas Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) Government Only Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port Operations, Ship Movement West Coast (Coast Guard Only);...
  • Page 28 VHF Marine Channel Assignments Introduction VHF Marine Radio Protocols Channel Channel Map Frequency Power Number Int’l Canada Transmit Receive Limits • 156.900 161.500 • • 156.900 156.900 • 156.950 161.550 • • 156.950 156.950 • • • 157.000 161.600 1 watt CAN •...
  • Page 29 VHF Marine Channel Assignments Introduction VHF Marine Radio Protocols Channel Port Operations, Ship Movement Commercial Port Operations, Ship Movement Commercial Canada (Coast Guard Only); International (Port Operations, Ship Movement) Port Operations Port Operations, Ship Movement U.S. (Government Only); Canada (Coast Guard Only) Port Operations, Ship Movement U.S.
  • Page 30 VHF Marine Channel Assignments Introduction VHF Marine Radio Protocols Channel Channel Map Frequency Power Number Int’l Canada Transmit Receive Limits • 156.175 160.775 • 156.175 156.175 • • 156.225 160.825 • • 156.225 156.225 • 156.275 160.875 • • 156.275 156.275 •...
  • Page 31 VHF Marine Channel Assignments Introduction VHF Marine Radio Protocols Channel Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port Operations, Ship Movement Port Operations and Commercial, VTS in selected areas Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port Operations, Ship Movement U.S. (Government Only); Canada (Commercial Fishing) Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port Operations, Ship Movement Port Operations Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port Operations, Ship Movement...
  • Page 32 VHF Marine Channel Assignments Introduction VHF Marine Radio Protocols Channel Channel Map Frequency Power Number Int’l Canada Transmit Receive Limits • 156.925 161.525 • • 156.925 156.925 • 156.975 161.575 • • 156.975 156.975 • 157.025 161.625 • • 157.025 157.025 •...
  • Page 33 VHF Marine Channel Assignments Introduction VHF Marine Radio Protocols Channel Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) Non-Commercial (Recreational) Port Operations, Ship Movement Commercial (Also Non-Commercial only in Great Lakes) Port Operations, Ship Movement Commercial (Also Non-Commercial only in Great Lakes) Port Operations, Ship Movement U.S.

  • Page 34: Noaa Weather Channels And Alert

    NOAA Weather Channels and Alert Introduction VHF Marine Radio Protocols NOAA Weather Channels and Alert • Monitoring the weather will probably be a frequent use of your radio. NOAA provides continuous, around-the-clock broadcasts of the latest weather information. Taped weather messages run every four (4) to six (6) minutes and are revised every two (2) or three (3) hours, or as needed.
  • Page 35 NOAA Weather Channels and Alert Introduction VHF Marine Radio Protocols NOAA Test Alert System To test this system, NOAA broadcasts the 1050 Hz signal every Wednesday sometime between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. in each local time zone. Any receiver that can detect the weather alert tone may use this service to verify that this system is functioning properly.

  • Page 36: Installation

    Included in this Package VHF Marine Radio Protocols Installation Included in this Package • You should find all of the following items in the package with your CobraMarine VHF radio: Radio Wrist Strap Drop-In Battery Charger Flexible Antenna Battery Charger Power Cord NiMH Battery Pack For connection to 12-volt and 120-volt power sources.

  • Page 37: Antenna, Wrist Strap And Belt Clip

    Antenna, Wrist Strap and Belt Clip Introduction Installation Antenna, Wrist Strap and Belt Clip • Antenna Installation Install Antenna The flexible antenna is shipped separately in the package and must be attached before you use the radio. 1. Align the base of the antenna with the socket in the top of the radio.

  • Page 38: Batteries And Charger

    Batteries and Charger Introduction Installation Batteries and Charger • The radio is shipped with a sealed NiMH (Nickel-Metal NiMH Battery Pack Hydride) (P/N CM 110-009) battery pack that is rechargeable. WARNING The charger provided for this radio is only to be used to charge the battery pack provided.
  • Page 39 Batteries and Charger Introduction Installation Initial Charge Power Sources The Cobra-provided NiMH battery pack may be charged at home, in a car or in a boat using the appropriate 12V or 120V power cord with the charger. 1. Insert one (1) of the power cords into the back of the drop-in charger.
  • Page 40 Batteries and Charger Introduction Installation To Remove Battery Pack from Radio Locking Tab 1. Pivot the locking tab off of the back of the battery pack to unlock. 2. Lift the bottom of the battery pack slightly to remove it from the radio housing.
  • Page 41 Batteries and Charger Introduction Installation Maintaining the Battery Charge Fully Charged As you use your radio, the battery power icon will show the battery power remaining. When the icon begins to flash, it is time to recharge or change the batteries. NOTICE Use only the drop-in charger provided by Cobra.

  • Page 42: Operating Your Radio

    Getting Started Introduction Operating Your Radio Getting Started • Refer to the foldout at the front of this manual to identify the MR HH325 Radio various controls and indicators on your radio. Throughout this manual you will be instructed to “Press” or to “Press and Hold”...
  • Page 43 Getting Started Introduction Operating Your Radio Squelch Control Squelch Control Squelch is controlled by turning the lower rotary concentric knob located directly below the On/Off/Volume switch. With the power On, turn the knob counterclockwise until you hear a hissing sound, then turn the knob clockwise until the hissing stops.
  • Page 44 Getting Started Introduction Operating Your Radio Backlight/Key Lock Button Backlight/Key Lock Button The LCD will be illuminated by the backlight as long as any button is pressed and will remain On for 10 seconds after the button is released. To Display the Backlight Momentarily: Press the Backlight/Key Lock button.
  • Page 45 Getting Started Introduction Operating Your Radio Channel Up/Down Button Channel Up/Down Button Your radio will Receive (Rx) and Transmit (Tx) VHF signals on the channel indicated on the LCD display. You can change the channel at any time using the Channel Up/Down button.
  • Page 46 Getting Started Introduction Operating Your Radio High/Medium/Low (H-M-L) Power Button H-M-L Power Button Your radio can transmit selectively at 1, 3 or 5 watts of power. Cobra suggests you maintain the low power setting for short-range communications. You will conserve battery life and avoid overpowering nearby stations with a low power setting signal.

  • Page 47: Setup Mode Programming

    Setup Mode Programming Introduction Operating Your Radio Setup Mode Programming • The following series of procedures is designed to allow you to set the programmable features of your radio. Correctly following these steps results in a minimal amount of radio setup programming time. NOTE When in the Setup mode, if you stop programming for longer than 15 seconds, your entry will be saved and the radio will go back to the Marine Standby...
  • Page 48 Setup Mode Programming Introduction Operating Your Radio USA/International/Canada Channel Maps Set Channel Map Three (3) sets of VHF Channel Maps have been established for marine use in the USA, Canada, and the rest of the world (International). Most of the channels are the same for all three (3) maps, but there are definite differences (see table on pages 20 through 27).
  • Page 49 Setup Mode Programming Introduction Operating Your Radio Voice Activated Transmit (VOX) Mode VOX Mode In VOX mode, your radio can be used “hands-free,” automatically transmitting when you speak. You can also set the VOX sensitivity level to fit the volume of your voice and avoid transmissions triggered by background noise.
  • Page 50 Setup Mode Programming Introduction Operating Your Radio VibrAlert ® Mode VibrAlert ® Tone Alert In VibrAlert ® mode, your radio can alert you to incoming signals by sounding an audible call tone, a silent vibration or both. To set VibrAlert ®...
  • Page 51 Standby/Receive and Transmit Introduction Operating Your Radio Roger Beep Mode Roger Beep Mode In Roger Beep mode, your listener will hear an audible tone when you release the Talk button. This alerts your listener that you are finished talking and it is OK for them to speak. To Set Roger Beep On or Off: 1.
  • Page 52 Standby/Receive and Transmit Introduction Operating Your Radio Weather (WX) Alert Mode Programming Programming these features will allow your radio to listen to all NOAA Hazard Alert radio channels. Start from WX Alert Standby mode to begin WX Alert Setup programming. Press and hold the Call/Enter/Setup button for two (2) seconds to enter the programming mode.

  • Page 53: Standby/Receive And Transmit

    Standby/Receive and Transmit Introduction Operating Your Radio Standby/Receive and Transmit • Marine Standby and Receive (Rx) Mode Marine Standby mode is the default mode for the radio whenever it is turned on. From this mode, you can change current settings by becoming familiar with the different key functions in Marine Standby mode.
  • Page 54 Standby/Receive and Transmit Introduction Operating Your Radio Transmit (Tx) Mode Transmit (Tx) mode gives you the ability to interact with Check Channel Number safety services, other vessels and shore stations. When you use this capability, be sure to follow the procedures and to observe the courtesies that govern its use so everyone benefits.
  • Page 55 Standby/Receive and Transmit Introduction Operating Your Radio Weather (WX) Standby Mode WX/H-M-L Button To enter the WX Standby mode, press and hold the WX/H-M-L button. All common operating functions of the radio will work the same in WX Standby mode as they do in the normal Marine Standby mode.
  • Page 56 Standby/Receive and Transmit Introduction Operating Your Radio WX Auto Search (SCAN) Mode Function: WX Auto Search (SCAN) The purpose of the WX Auto Search (SCAN) function is to enable the receiver to automatically scan for an active WX channel under the following conditions: 1.

  • Page 57: Advanced Operation

    Advanced Operation Introduction Operating Your Radio Advanced Operation • Channel 16/9 Mode Channel 16/9 mode gives you quick access to calling on Channel 16 and Channel 9 from any operational mode. To Switch to Channel 16 or Channel 9: Channel 16/9 Button 1.
  • Page 58 Advanced Operation Operating Your Radio Tri-Watch Mode Tri-Watch mode gives you one (1) button access to scan a total of three (3) channels of most importance to you. Channel 16 is preprogrammed and will always be one (1) of the scanned locations. Two (2) other channels of your choice can be stored in the radio.
  • Page 59 Advanced Operation Operating Your Radio Using Tri-Watch Tri-Watch Scan Mode: TRI-WATCH Button 1. From Marine Standby mode, press the TRI-WATCH button. The TRI icon will appear on the LCD display and the radio will scan through the three (3) Tri- Watch memory channels.
  • Page 60 Advanced Operation Operating Your Radio Memory Location Mode Your radio has unlimited memory locations for storing your most frequently used channels. These memory locations can be selected individually or can be scanned. (See page 57 under Memory Location Scan.) To enter Memory mode, press MEM/ESC button. The display will show the MEM icon and the Memory Channel bank will be activated and displayed.
  • Page 61 Advanced Operation Operating Your Radio To Recall a Stored Memory Location: MEM Icon 1. Press the MEM/ESC button. The MEM icon will be turned On. 2. Press the Channel Up/Down button to select the memory location. If a memory location has been programmed, its associated channel will display on the LCD.
  • Page 62 Product Features Operating Your Radio Channel Scan Mode Scanning During Channel Scan mode, the radio will rapidly switch from channel to channel through all the channels. Whenever any activity is detected, the radio will stop the scan for 10 seconds to allow you to listen briefly on that channel. The radio will then continue to scan unless you switch out of the Channel Scan mode.
  • Page 63 Product Features Operating Your Radio Memory Location Scan Mode Memory Location Scan During Memory Location Scan mode, the radio will rapidly scan through all pre-assigned memory channels. Whenever any activity is detected on a channel, the radio will stop the scan for 10 seconds to allow you to listen briefly on that channel.
  • Page 64 Product Features Operating Your Radio To Enter Memory Location Scan: MEM/ESC Button 1. From Marine Standby mode, press the MEM/ESC button. 2. Press the SCAN button. The radio will immediately begin to scan all pre-assigned memory channels. The SCAN and MEM icons will show on the LCD. 3.

  • Page 65: Maintenance

    Maintenance and Troubleshooting Introduction Operating Your Radio Maintenance • Very little maintenance is required to keep your CobraMarine VHF radio in good operating condition: Keep the radio and charger clean by wiping with a soft cloth and mild detergent. Do not use solvents or harsh or abrasive cleaners, which could damage the case or scratch the LCD screen.

  • Page 66: Specifications

    Specifications Introduction Operating Your Radio Specifications • General Number of Channels All U.S., Canadian, International and NOAA Weather Channels Channel Spacing 25 kHz Modulation 5 kHz Max. Input Voltage 7.2 VDC Battery Life: NiMH: 11 hours @ 5 watts, 5% TX, 5% RX, 90% Standby 18.5 hours @ 1 watt Alkaline: 20 hours @ 5 watts, 35 hours @ 1 watt...

  • Page 67: Warranty And Trademark

    Warranty and Trademark Acknowledgement Introduction Warranty Limited 3-Year Warranty • For Products Purchased In The U.S.A. Cobra Electronics Corporation warrants that its CobraMarine VHF radio, and the component parts thereof, will be free of defects in workmanship and materials for a period of three (3) years from the date of first consumer purchase. This warranty may be enforced by the first consumer purchaser, provided that the product is utilized within the U.S.A.

  • Page 68: Customer Service

    Product Service Introduction Customer Service Product Service • If you have any questions about operation or installing your new CobraMarine VHF product or if you are missing parts… Please call Cobra first! DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE! See customer assistance on page A1.

  • Page 69: Accessories

    Accessories Introduction Customer Service Accessories • Your Cobra radio comes with several accessories that will enhance the use of the radio and also offer convenience to the end user. Alkaline Battery Tray Alkaline Battery Tray A special alkaline battery tray (P/N CM 110-011) is available as an optional accessory to have as an emergency backup.

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