Cobra 29 LTD Classic User Manual
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Cobra 29 LTD Classic
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
Mounting and Connection .........................................................2
CB Antenna.......................................................................................6
Marine Installation .........................................................................7
Ignition Noise Interference ............................................................7
Operating Your 29 LTD Classic
Turning On Your CB........................................................................8
Setting Channel Selector .............................................................9
Calibrate For SWR (Standing Wave Ratio)..............................10
To Receive..........................................................................................13
Selecting a Channel.......................................................................14
S-Meter ...............................................................................................14
NB-ANL/ANL/Off (Noise Blanker/Automatic.........................15
Bright/Dim Switch ..........................................................................16
RF Gain Control................................................................................17
Setting Delta-Tune .........................................................................18
Setting Squelch ...............................................................................18
To Transmit........................................................................................20
Setting Dynamike®.........................................................................20
Transmit..............................................................................................21
RF Meter .............................................................................................22
External Speaker .............................................................................23
PA (Public Address) ........................................................................24
Home And Office Set-Up .............................................................26
Temporary Mobile Set-Up ...........................................................27
How Your CB Can Serve You ...........................................................28
A Few Rules You Should Know ..................................................28
Channel 9 Emergency Messages..............................................28
CB 10 Codes......................................................................................30
Frequency Ranges..............................................................................32
29 LTD Classic Specifications.........................................................33
Warranty Information.......................................................................34
Optional Accessories ..................................................................35-36
Accessory Order Info.........................................................................37
If You Think You Need Service.....................................Back Cover
Features of This Product
• 40 CB Radio Channels
• Heavy-Duty Dynamic
Microphone
• Full 4 Watts AM RF Power Output
• SWR Calibration Meter
• Instant Channel 9
• 4-Pin Front Mount Microphone
Connector
• Delta -Tune
• Switchable Automatic Noise
Limiter & Noise Blanker
• Adjustable Dynamike® Boost
• 9 Ft. Mic Cord
• RF Gain
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
CB Antenna..................6 Marine Installation .................7 • Heavy-Duty Dynamic Ignition Noise Interference ............7 Microphone Operating Your 29 LTD Classic Turning On Your CB................8 • Full 4 Watts AM RF Power Output Setting Channel Selector .............9 Calibrate For SWR (Standing Wave Ratio)......10 •... - Page 2 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 3 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. Mount the microphone bracket on either side of Note...
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Page 4: Antennas
(e.i.r.p.) is not more than Even though the Cobra 29 LTD Classic has an that necessary for successful communication. Note automatic noise limiter, in some installations... - Page 5 Operation Operation Turning On Setting Channel Turning On Setting Channel Selector 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. The selected channel is indicated by the LED readout directly above the channel selector knob CB/PA button should be in the...
- Page 6 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 7 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...
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Page 8: S-Meter
Operation Operation Selecting A Selecting A Channel NB-ANL/ANL/OFF (Noise Blanker/Automatic NB-ANL/ANL/ Noise Limiter) Switch Channel OFF (Noise Blanker/ Automatic Noise Limiter) Switch Note Switch to NORMAL to select desired channel. The RF noise blanker is very When switched to ANL the Automatic Noise S-Meter effective in reducing repetitive S-Meter... -
Page 9: Bright/Dim Switch
Operation Operation Bright/Dim Bright/Dim Switch RF Gain Control 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. Switch to BRT or DIM to control brightness of the channel indicator and multi-function meter for day or nighttime driving. -
Page 10: 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. Full counterclockwise rotation opens the “gate” allowing all signals in. Rotate Delta-Tune knob to the center position for optimum tuning. -
Page 11: To Transmit
Operation Operation To Transmit Transmit To 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. Be sure to read the F.C.C. Rules Select desired channel. -
Page 12: 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 13: 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 14: Home And Office Set-Up
For temporary mobile operation you may want to purchase an optional automobile power adapter For further information call your from your COBRA dealer. This adapter and a local dealer. magnetic mount antenna allow you to quickly “install” your transceiver for temporary use. -
Page 15: 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 16: 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 17: Frequency Ranges
Frequency Ranges 29 LTD Classic Specifications The COBRA 29 LTD Classic transceiver represents GENERAL Channels ......CB - 40 CH one of the most advanced AM two-way radios used Frequency Range . -
Page 18: Warranty Information
Limited Two Year Warranty Optional Accessories For Products Purchased in Canada Your new Cobra CB radio is covered by a two year replacement warranty. If any manufacturing defect becomes apparent in this Cobra Electronics product within two years from the original date of purchase, it will be replaced. - Page 19 Cancelling Microphone HG S100 Cancelling Microphone Wood Grain HG M84W HG M84 Optional Accessories You can find quality Cobra products and accessories at your local Cobra dealer. Noise Canceling External Noise Canceling With Talk Speaker Back External Speaker HG S300...
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Page 20: If You Think You Need Service
DC power cord Transceiver bracket (not shown) ©2013 Cobra Electronics Corporation Microphone bracket Cobra®, Dynamike®, Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra® and the snake design are registered ©2013 Cobra Electronics Corporation Version A Printed in China Version B Part No. 480-904-P trademarks of Cobra Electronics Corporation, USA. - Page 21 Our Thanks to You NOTES Controls and Indicators Thank you for purchasing the Cobra 29 LTD Classic CB Radio. Properly used, this Cobra product will 4-Pin Microphone Connector give you many years of reliable service. Power On/Off/Volume/ Squelch Control Customer Support Dynamike®...
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