Cobra microTALK PR 900 DX Operating Instructions Manual

Cobra microTALK PR 900 DX Operating Instructions Manual

Cobra electronics operating instructions 2-way radio pr 900 dx

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Cobra Electronics Corporation
6500 West Cortland Street
Chicago, IL60707

If You Think You Need Service

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you by answering the most fre q u e n t ly asked questions about Co b ra prod u ct s.
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If you think you need service call 1.773.889.3087
"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 Co b ra facto ry. It will be nece s s a ry to furnish the fo l l ow i n g
in order to have the product serviced and returned.
1. For Warranty Repair include some form of pr oof-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 w ay of a traceable carrier such as United Parcel Service (UPS) or First
Class Mail to a void loss in transit to: Cobra Factory Service, Cobra Electronics Corporation,6500
W. Cortland St., Chicago, IL 60707.
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status. If the unit is out of war ranty a letter will automatically be sent informing you of the
repair charge or replacement charge. If you have any questions, please call 1.773.889.3087
for assistance.
Cobra Electronics Corp.© 2001
Printed in China
Part No. 480-007-P
O pe rating Instru ctions for your
2-Way Radio
PR 900 DX
No t h i n g comes close to a Co b ra

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Maman Abdurahman
March 26, 2025

Please..Help. the first time turning ON. The display shows that blinking text.

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Mr. Anderson
March 26, 2025

When turning on the Cobra microTALK PR 900 DX for the first time, the display will self-test for 2 seconds before entering Operational Mode.

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Summary of Contents for Cobra microTALK PR 900 DX

  • Page 1: If You Think You Need Service

    5. Ship prepaid and insured by w ay of a traceable carrier such as United Parcel Service (UPS) or First Class Mail to a void loss in transit to: Cobra Factory Service, Cobra Electronics Corporation,6500 W. Cortland St., Chicago, IL 60707.
  • Page 2: Features

    Lock Key Mode Button Belt Clip Thank you for purchasing the Cobra microTALK PR 900 DX. Properly used, this Cobra product will give you many years of reliable servic e. Customer Support Should you encounter any problems with the WITH COVER...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    General Mobile Radio Service FCC Licensing Information The PR 900 DX radio operates on General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) frequencies which require a Fe d e ral Co m m u n i cation Commission (FCC) lice n s e.
  • Page 4: Operation

    Operation Battery Install Batteries Installation Note Rechargeable NiMH batteries are included with your PR 900 DX. When not using your NIMH batteries, always use high quality alkaline batteries. Incorrect positioning can damage batteries and unit. Pull lock tab down and lift door up...
  • Page 5: Lcd Display

    Main Channels 1-7 are shared with FRS radios . TURN KNOB CLOCKWISE UP OR DOWN Turn on your microTALK PR 900 DX. An audible “tone” will indicate the unit is on and the LCD will self-test for 2 seconds and then go to Operational Mode.
  • Page 6 Operation Select CTCSS Select CTCSS Privacy Code continued Privacy Code Note Press and hold Channel Up or Down Buttons for fast channel/code advance. After selecting a Main Channel as instructed on page 5, press and release Smaller numbers and the “CTCSS” icon will flash next to Main Channel display on LCD.
  • Page 7: Talking To Another Party

    When finished talking, release PRESS AND to receive incoming transmissions. HOLD Your microTALK PR 900 DX is always in the Standby Mode when the not pressed and you are not in M ode Function. See Advanced Features section on page 14.
  • Page 8: Calling Another Party

    Press and release second ring tone, and the transmit LED will light up in red Your PR 900 DX allows you to send call alerts in any 1 of 5 user tone settings. To select your desired tone: A. Make sure your PR 900 DX is off.
  • Page 9: Auto Squelch

    Auto Squelch Au to Sq u e l c h Your micro TALK PR 900 DX is equipped with Au to Sq u e l c h , which auto m at i cally shuts off weak t ransmissions and unwa nted noise due to te rra i n conditions or if you have reached your range limit.
  • Page 10: Advanced Features

    Advanced Features Advanced Advanced Features Features Your microTALK PR 900 DX has many advanced features not found on other 2-Way Radios. These include: • Lock Key • Busy Channel Lock Out • VOX • Main Channel/CTCSS Privacy Code Scan • Priority Scan Selection Mode •...
  • Page 11: Vox

    Co nt rol co u nte rc l oc kwise to turn power OFF and then turn power ON again. Scan Function Turn on microTALK PR 900 DX. An audible “tone” will indicate the unit is on and then the LCD will go through a 3 second self-test and then go to Operational Mode.
  • Page 12: Auto Channel Scan List

    Advanced Features Scan Function Scan Function continued PRESS Press Channel Up or Down Buttons and the unit will begin scanning the Main Channels. Unit will co ntinue to scan all Main Ch a n n e l s with CTCSS Pri va cy Codes that are on the scan list (p.19) and stop if an incoming tra n s m i s s i o n is dete cte d.
  • Page 13: Priority Scan Channel

    Advanced Features Priority Scan Priority Scan Channel Selection Mode Channel This function allows you to monitor one part i c u l a r Selection channel while scanning other channels at the same t i m e.If you pre-set any Pri o ri ty Scan Channel other Mode than the curre nt channel in use,the pre-set channel will be scanned eve ry 0.5 second and any strong...
  • Page 14: Microtalk Pr 900 Dx Range

    PR 900 DX Range microTALK microTALK PR 900 DX Range PR 900 DX Your micro TALK PR 900 DX has a range up Range to 5 miles in GMRS. This effective range can be shortened under some conditions. Note To achieve maximum range the Au to Squelch can be ove r ri d d e n .
  • Page 15: Frequency Ranges

    Your Life Easier and Safer Checking on traveling companions in another car. The microTALK PR 900 DX unit represents one of the most advanced FM 2-Way Radios available. GMRS Codes Agree on a meeting spot after an event. Frequency Range...
  • Page 16: Caring For Your Microtalk Pr 900 Dx

    110.9 Hz 114.8 Hz 118.8 Hz 123.0 Hz 127.3 Hz 131.8 Hz Ca ring for Your micro TALK PR 900 DX CTCSS Privacy The microTALK PR 900 DX will give you years Code Frequency of service if cared for properly.
  • Page 17: Specifications

    1. BATTERY LIFE (1:1:18 RATIO) 2. BATTERY (4 x AAA) Limited Two Y ear Warranty COBRA ELECTRONICS CORPORATION warrants that its COBRA Radios, and the component parts thereof, will be free of defects in workmanship and materials for a period of two (2) years from the date of first consumer purchase.
  • Page 18: Optional Accessories

    $120.01–$160.00 $11.75 Make check or money order (no stamps) $160.01 and up $14.50 payable to: For AK,HI and PR please add Cobra Electronics Accessories Dept. an additional $15.00 for UPS 6500 West Cortland St. Chicago, IL 60707 shipments. State Exp. Date...
  • Page 19 Notes The Co b ra line of quality prod u cts also includes: • Ci t i zens Band Ra d i o s • m i c ro TA L K Ra d i o s ® • Ra d a r / Laser De te cto r s •...

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