Cobra microTALK PR 150 A User Manual

TWO-WAY RADIO MODEL
PR1 50 A
Making Life Easier
o Operation
And Safer
Staying in touch with your family and
friends is convenient and easy when using
your microTALK ®
uses you will discover include:
Communicating with others while hiking, biking,
and working; keeping track of family and friends
at a crowded public event; checking with travel
companions in another car; talking with neighbors;
arranging meeting spots with others while
shopping at the mall.
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Talk Button
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Press and hold to communicate with
others. With the microphone about
two inches (five cm) from your mouth,
speak in a normal voice.
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Release the Talk button when you are
finished talking and listen for a response.
You cannot receive incoming calls
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NOTE Both radios must be tuned
to the same channel and privacy
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code to communicate.
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Antenna
Trademark Acknowledgement
Cobra ® , microTALK ® , Nothing comes close to a Cobra
registered trademarks of Cobra Electronics Corporation, U.S.A. Cobra Electronics
Corporation™ is a trademark of Cobra Electronics Corporation, U.S.A.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: FCC LICENSE REQUIRED
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 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, as stipulated in
the Communications Act's Sections 501 and 502 (amended).
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.
Safety Information for microTALK
Your wireless handheld portable transceiver contains a low power transmitter.
When the talk button is pushed, it sends out radio frequency (RF) signals.
The device is authorized to operate at a duty factor not to exceed 50%.
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In August 1996, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) adopted
RF exposure guidelines with safety levels for handheld wireless devices.
Important:
FCC RF Exposure Requirements: For body-worn operation, this radio has
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
supplied antenna. Unauthorized antennas, modifications, or attachments
could damage the transmitter and may violate FCC regulations.
Normal Position:
Hold the transmitter approximately two inches from your face and
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speak in a normal voice, with the antenna pointed up and away.
NOTE This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1) This
device may not cause harmful interference, and 2) this device
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must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
FCC Warnings: Replacement or substitution of transistors,
regular diodes or other parts of a unique nature, with parts other
than those recommended by 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.
Customer Assistance
Customer Warranty
In this user's guide, you should find all the information you need to operate your microTALK
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further assistance after reading this guide, Cobra
For Assistance in the U.S.A.
radio. Some of the many
Automated Help Desk English only.
24 hours a day, 7 days a week 773-889-3087 (phone).
Customer Assistance Operators English and Spanish.
8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday
(except holidays) 773-889-3087 (phone).
Questions English and Spanish.
Faxes can be received at 773-622-2269 (fax).
Belt
Clip
Battery
Compartment
Cover
Call Button
Press and release to alert
others that you are calling.
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While in Standby mode or when selecting a
channel, shows current channel (1 through 22).
When adjusting the volume, shows current level
LCD
Display
Blinks when battery power level is low.
Your microTALK ® radio has a unique circuit
designed to extend battery life. If there are no
transmissions within 10 seconds, the radio will
automatically switch to Battery Save mode. This
will not affect the radio's ability to receive
incoming transmissions.
Mode/Power Button
Press and hold to turn the
radio on or off.
Press and release to enter
mode functions to change
channels or privacy codes.
The channel numbers or
privacy code numbers will
blink when that mode is
selected. Use the Up/Down
buttons to select a channel
or privacy code.
Up/Down Buttons
Press and release to adjust
the volume.
While in mode functions,
press and release to change
channels or privacy codes.
Product Service Questions
If you have any questions about operation or installing your new Cobra product,
or if you are missing parts...
Please call Cobra first! DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE!
See customer assistance above.
For Products Purchased in the U.S.A.
If your product should require factory service, please call Cobra first before
sending your radio, charger or battery pack(s). This will ensure the fastest turn-
around time on your repair. You may be asked to send your products to the Cobra
factory. It will be necessary to furnish the following 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 of 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 product. Include a typed or clearly
printed name and address of where the product is to be returned. 4) Pack product
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 Priority Mail to avoid loss in transit to:
Cobra Factory Service
Cobra Electronics Corporation
6500 West Cortland Street
Chicago, Illinois 60707 U.S.A.
6) If the product is in warranty, upon receipt of your product it will either be
repaired or exchanged depending on the model.
Please allow approximately three to four weeks before contacting Cobra
for status. If the product 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.
For Products Purchased Outside the U.S.A.
Please contact your local dealer for product service information.
The Cobra line of quality products includes:
CB Radios • microTALK ® Radios • Radar/Laser Detectors • Safety Alert
Handheld GPS Receivers • Mobile GPS Navigation Systems • HighGear
CobraMarine™ VHF Radios • Power Inverters • Accessories
® Electronics offers the following customer assistance services:
Technical Assistance
English only. www.cobra.com
(on-line: Frequently Asked Questions).
English and Spanish. productinfo
For Assistance Outside the U.S.A.
Contact Your Local Dealer
Channel Numbers
(1 through 7).
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Batteries
To Install or Replace Battery Pack(s)
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Slide Cover Down
Assistance
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NOTE Radio can also be used with three AAA
alkaline batteries. Position batteries according
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to polarity markings in radio. Alkaline batteries
cannot be recharged.
To Charge Battery Packs in Radio(s)
Insert Radio(s)
an electrical outlet. If the charging light is not on,
check position of the radio. The radio should be upright.
It normally takes about eight hours to fully recharge a
NiCD battery pack. Battery packs will not be damaged if
they stay in the charging well longer than that.
Limited One-Year Warranty on Radio(s) and Charger
For Products Purchased in the U.S.A.
Cobra Electronics Corporation warrants that its Cobra GMRS radios and charger, and the
component parts thereof, will be free of defects in workmanship and materials for a period
of one year 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.
Cobra will, without charge, repair or replace, at its option, defective GMRS radios,
chargers, products or component parts upon delivery to the Cobra Factory Service
department, accompanied by proof of the date of first consumer purchase, such as
a duplicated copy of a sales receipt.
You must pay any initial shipping charges required to ship the product for warranty
service, but the return charges will be at Cobra's expense, if the product is repaired
or replaced under warranty. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you
may also have other rights which may vary from state to state.
Exclusions: This limited warranty does not apply:
1) To any product damaged by accident; 2) In the event of misuse or abuse of the product
or as a result of unauthorized alterations or repairs; 3) If the serial number has been
altered, defaced, or removed; 4) If the owner of the product resides outside the U.S.A.
All implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a
particular purpose are limited in duration to the length of this warranty. Cobra shall
not be liable for any incidental, consequential or other damages; including, without
limitation, damages resulting from loss of use or cost of installation.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and/or
do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages,
so the above limitations may not apply to you.
For Products Purchased Outside the U.S.A.
Please contact your local dealer for warranty information.
90-Day Warranty on Battery Pack(s)
For Products Purchased in the U.S.A. and Canada
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Transmit Icon
Visible when
transmitting a message.
Receive Icon
Visible when
receiving a message.
Privacy Code Numbers
While in Standby mode,
shows current privacy
code (00 through 38).
"CH" is visible when
selecting a channel.
"LE" is visible when
adjusting volume.
Remove belt clip and battery
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compartment cover. Insert
battery pack as indicated on
battery pack. Replace cover
and belt clip.
Insert battery pack into radio
according to directions above,
then insert radio into charger.
Insert round connector into the
back of the charger and plug into
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