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Page 2: Safety Information
Before operating the radio, please read all safety and operating instructions. Save all instructions in a safe place for future reference. Warning: Important Safety Information 1. Only accessories included in this package or specified by the manufacturer should be used with the radio. The USB-C charging input is compatible with most high quality USB Type C chargers that fully conform to the USB standards. 2. Do not use cleaners or solvents to clean the exterior of the radio. Use only a damp or dry cloth. 3. Do not attempt to service the receiver yourself. Removing the cover will void the warranty. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Cobra may void the user’s authority granted by the FCC to operate this device and should not be made. 4. Do not plug the wall adaptor into the power outlet if the outlet is wet. 5. Do not use any portable radio that has a damaged antenna. If a damaged antenna comes into contact with your skin, a minor burn can result. WARNING: Important Safety Instructions for Battery and Chargers Read All Instructions: • Do not incinerate the battery even if it is severely damaged or is completely worn out. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents SAFETY INFORMATION .......................A1 INTRODUCTION ........................3 PRODUCT FEATURES ......................4 Installation & Setup ........................ 6 -Installing Battery ........................6 -To Replace the Battery ......................6 -Installing the Swivel Belt Holster ................... 6 -Charging the Radio ....................... 6 -To Charge the Radio via USB-C Cable ................. 6 -Charge Via Dock Chargers .................... -
Page 4: Introduction
Introduction In this user’s guide, you should find all the information you need to operate your Performa 400 Series radio. If you require further assistance after reading this guide, Cobra offers the following customer assistance services: For Assistance In The U.S.A. For any questions about operating or installing this new Cobra product, PLEASE CONTACT COBRA FIRST. The contact information for Cobra will vary depending on the country in which you purchased and use the product. For the latest contact information, please go to www.cobra.com/support or call 1-800- 543-1608. If your product should require factory service, please go to www.cobra.com/support and follow the instructions. Operational Cautions Exposure to high volume sound levels may cause temporary or permanent damage to your hearing. Although there is no single volume setting that is appropriate for everyone, you should always use your radio with the volume set at low level and avoid prolonged exposure to high volume sound levels. 1. Set the volume control in a low position and use as low a volume as possible. 2. Avoid turning up the volume to block out noisy surroundings. Whenever possible, use your radio in a quiet environment with low background noise. 3. Limit the amount of time you use headsets or earpiece at high volume levels. 4. When using the radio without a headset or earpiece, do not place the radio’s speaker directly against your ear. 5. Observe all signs and instructions that require an electrical device or RF radio product to be switched off in designated areas, such as gas/refueling stations, hospitals, blasting areas, potentially explosive atmospheres, or aircraft. 6. If you experience a skin irritation after using this product, discontinue use and seek medical attention. 7. If the product or charger overheats, has a damaged cord or plug, has been dropped, damaged, or interally exposed to water, disconnect from its power supply and immediately discontinue use. -
Page 5: Product Features
Introduction PRODUCT FEATURES This owner’s guide describes operation for both the Performa 400 and Performa 450 radio models (Performa 450 shown). Channel Knob Power & Emergency Alert Volume Knob Button Push-to-Talk Up (Scan) (PTT) Button Down (Monitor) Call Button Enter (Menu) Escape (Lock) Headset Jack LED Indicators USB-C Port Microphone Speaker Charging Dock Pins Radio LED Indicators Radio Buttons Button User Action Radio Function Standby Mode Blue LED flashes every 5 seconds Up Arrow Single Press Up Arrow In standby, cycles through... -
Page 6: Keypad Lock
Introduction LCD display (Performa 450 only) 4-Segment Battery Radio Clone Level Indicator Receive/Transmit Signal Strength Call Hi/Low Power HILO Tone SCAN Scan VibrAlert ON OFF PROG On / Off Program FREQ Frequency CODE Channel Code Privacy Code Keypad Alert Lock Emergency User Voice... -
Page 7: Installation & Setup
Installation Installing Battery Performa 400 Series comes preinstalled with a custom lithium-ion battery. To remove the battery: 1. Remove Radio from the holster 2. Open latch on bottom back panel of radio 3. Slide battery pack out To Replace the Battery: 1. Slide battery pack into back of radio, ensuring tabs align 2. Snap in place latch on bottom back panel of radio Installing the Swivel Belt Holster Slide the bottom of the radio into the holster until it snaps into place. Charging the Radio Only use the supplied battery and desktop charger for charging your Cobra Performa radio. Please... -
Page 8: Operation
- To power ON turn Power Knob clockwise - To power OFF turn Power Knob counter-clockwise - Turn the power/volume knob clockwise to increase the volume. - Turn the power/volume knob counter clockwise to decrease the volume. Battery Low When battery power is low, Red LED will flash every 5 seconds indicating the radio needs to be charged. Battery level will also be shown on LCD battery level icon. Communicating with Another Radio 1. Press and hold the Push-To-Talk (PTT) button on the side of the radio 2. With the microphone about two inches (5 cm) from your mouth, speak in a normal voice. 3. Release the PTT button when you are finished talking and listen for a response. You cannot receive incoming calls while pressing the PTT button. Both radios need to be programmed to the correct frequencies and privacy codes to communicate. Tip: It is recommended to wait a short time after pressing the PTT before speaking to avoid cutting off the beginning of the message. Changing Channels To change channel, turn the channel knob clockwise or counterclockwise or press up/down buttons until you reach your desired channel. To program alternate frequencies or privacy codes, use the advanced programming menu or the Cobra Computer Programming Software. Monitor Your Performa radio has an automatic squelch function to automatically block weak transmissions and static, interference, or other unwanted noise. You can turn on the Monitor function to turn off the automatic squelch, allowing all signals to be received. This is also an effective way to hear audio from the radio speaker in order to adjust the volume. -
Page 9: Call Button
Operation - Press and hold the Monitor button for 2 seconds to turn the monitor on to open the squelch and allow all signals and noise to be received. Adjust the volume and listen for any weak signals. The monitor will turn off when the button is released. - Press and hold the Monitor button for 5 seconds to continuously monitor a selected channel. The squelch will open allowing all signals and noise to be received. Tuo turn off monitor and return to automatic squelch press and hold the Monitor button. Call button Press and release the Call button to alert others that you are calling. The other person will hear a two second call tone. This tone is only used to alert others of incoming voice communications. Voice Call Announcement Press and hold the call button to send a voice announcement to your entire team, regardless of their active channel. All radios must have voice announcement turned on and set to the same frequency and privacy code. Setup using the advanced programming menu (see page 13). 1. Press and hold call button 2. Audible tone transmits to radios 3. Press PTT and transmit your announcement 4. Receiving radios will receive announcement and have 3 seconds after transmission to respond back on the same channel 5. After 3 seconds of inactivity, all radios will return to normal standby and normal channel Lock Function The lock function will lock the up, down, menu, and call buttons. Press and hold the Lock button to enable. Lock icon will be displayed on the LCD when enabled. PTT and knobs and Emergency will still function when keypad is locked. Press and hold lock button to disable and return to normal operation. Channel Scan To Scan channels press and hold the SCAN button until the Scan icon appears and the radio begins scanning channels. -
Page 10: Standard Menu
Standard Menu By scrolling through the Menu, you will be able to select or turn on preferred features of your Performa radio. To Enter and Cycle through the Standard Menu: 1. Hold down ENTER (MENU) button to enter menu 2. Press ENTER or turn channel selector knob to cycle through Menu Options 3. Use UP / DOWN arrow to change Menu Option Setting 4. Press ENTER to save setting and move to next option 5. Press ESC or PTT to exit menu and revert back to Standby NOTE: The radio has the ability to add or remove the Menu Options through the Cobra Computer Programming Software, User Controls. Please visit Cobra.com for details on using and downloading the software to fully customize your radio. The Menu Options, when enabled: • Set Weather ON/OFF (Performa 450 only) • Set Weather Alert ON/OFF (Performa 450 only) • Set VOX ON/OFF • Set VOX Sensitivity Level (1-5) •... -
Page 11: Weather Alert
Operation 4. Weather will automatically scan for a weather channel within range. 5. To change Weather channels, press and hold SCAN to scan for an alternative weather channel in range. 6. To resume standard radio operation, rotate the channel knob to your desired channel Weather Alert (Performa 450 only) NOAA Emergency Weather Alert In the event of a major storm or other weather condition, NOAA broadcasts a 1050 Hz tone that your radio can detect and warn you of a weather alert condition. When the Weather Alert mode on your radio is set to On, this signal will produce a loud tone from the radio speaker and will automatically switch to the alerting weather channel so the alert broadcast can be heard. To turn on Weather Alert, ensure Weather Alert is turned on via Cobra Computer Programming Software in the user controls section. Weather Alert is OFF by default. Turning On the Weather Alert function will allow your radio to automatically receive NOAA weather warnings from designated weather broadcast stations. If the radio is turned ON, it will alert to Weather and other emergency alerts broadcast by NOAA. To Turn Weather Alert On or Off: 1. Press the Menu button until the Weather Alert icon flashes on the display. The current On or Off setting is displayed. 2. Press the Up or Down button to turn Weather Alert On or Off. 3. Press the Menu button to enter the new setting and proceed to other functions. Voice Activated Transmit (VOX) In VOX mode, your Performa radio can be used “hands-free,” automatically transmitting when you... -
Page 12: Voice Prompts
Operation Voice Prompts To Turn Voice Prompts On or Off: 1. Press and hold the Menu button for 3 seconds until the Voice Prompts icon flashes and / or the Voice Prompt is announced. The current On or Off setting is displayed. 2. Press the Up or Down button to change the setting. 3. Press the Menu button to enter the new setting and proceed to other functions. Voice Prompt Language Voice prompts will audibly guide you through the radio menus and settings, and can only be disabled on Performa 450. To change the voice prompt language: 1. Press the menu button until the Voice prompt icon flashes and the voice prompt language is announced. 2. Press the up or down button to change the setting. 3. Press the Menu button to enter the new setting and proceed to other functions. VibrAlert ® Your Performa radio can alert you to incoming signals by vibrating when a transmission is received. To Turn VibrAlert On or Off: 1. Press the Menu button until the VibrAlert icon flashes on the display and / or the VibrAlert Voice prompt is announced. The current On or Off setting is displayed. -
Page 13: Backlight Color
1. Press and hold the red emergency alert button for 3 seconds. 2. Release the button after the LCD backlight flashes and the alert tone begins to sound. There is no need to continue to hold the Emergency Alert button or use PTT for your message to be transmitted. 3. After the alert tone ends you may speak into the microphone. Your voice or incidental sounds will be transmitted. The LCD backlight will continue to flash for the duration of the 22 seconds period. 4. After 30 seconds your radio speaker will emit a Talk Confirmation Tone and the LCD backlight will stop flashing. The radio will continue to sound a periodic emergency tone from the speaker until emergency mode is exited. The radio remains in the Emergency mode until turned off by pressing and holding the emergency button or turning the radio off and on. NOTE: All Performa series radios are fully compatible with the Emergency Alert feature. Radio brands other than Cobra Performa series can receive the emergency alert signal, but may not respond with adjusted volume settings, locked controls, or a warbling alert tone. Users of other radio models set to the same channel and code will hear a steady tone for 8 seconds followed by the voice transmission for 22 seconds. Roger Beep Your listener will hear an audible tone when you release the Talk button. This alerts the other party that you are finished talking and it is OK for them to speak. To Turn Roger Beep On or Off: 1. Press the Menu button until the roger beep icon flashes on the display and / or the roger beep voice prompt is announced. The current On or Off setting is displayed. -
Page 14: Radio To Radio Clone
Operation 2. Press the Up or Down button to turn roger beep On or Off. 3. Press the Menu button to enter the new setting and proceed to other Radio to Radio Clone Performa radios have the ability to clone all set programmed frequencies and radio settings to another Performa radio. To perform a clone from a Primary (programmed) radio to Receiving radios: 1. Confirm Primary radio is already programmed to desired frequencies and settings, either via Radio programming software or the on radio settings. 2. Turn all radios off. For Over the Air cloning, skip to Step 4. For Cable Cloning, continue to Step 3. 3. Plug in USB-C cable to both Primary and Receiving Radios or dock chargers. 4. Press and hold the Call Button, turn power knob on while continuing to hold call button for 6 seconds until you hear “Clone Receive Ready” 5. Radio is now in Clone Mode, ready to receive Clone information. Clone Icon and the Blue LED will illuminate. Note that if performing a wired clone that the RX (Green LED) will also flash. 6. Repeat for the Primary and all Receiving radios. 7. For the Primary Radio, press PTT button to start initiate the clone process; Clone icon will illuminate and TX will flash. 8. Primary Radio will send information to all Receiving radios. Primary radio will flash RED LED. Receiving radios will flash green LED, to indicate Clone is in process. HILO 9. -
Page 15: Advanced Programming Menu
Cloning using the 6-Unit dock charger Performa radios have the additional capability to clone radios using the 6-unit dock charger. 1. Turn all radios off 2. Ensure the 6-dock is connected to power and no USB cables are plugged in. 3. Confirm Primary radio is already programmed to desired frequencies and settings, either via Radio Programming software or the on radio menu. 4. For all radios, Press and hold the Call button, turn power knob on while continuing to hold call button for 6 seconds, until you hear “Clone Receive Ready” voice prompt. 5. Place the Primary radio into dock station Slot 1, labeled on the top of the dock. 6. Place the receiving radios in slots 2-6 7. Press the Call button on the Primary radio in Slot 1 to initiate the clone. Clone icon will illuminate and TX will flash 8. Primary radio will send information to all receiving radios. Primary radio will flash RED LED. Receiving radios will flash green LED, to indicate clone is in process. 9. Receiving radios will confirm successful clone with a “Radio clone successful” voice prompt and will automatically restart. 10. Primary radio will confirm with a “transmission complete” voice prompt 11. Additional radios can be cloned by repeating steps 4-10. Once all radios are cloned, restart the Primary radio in slot 1. Advanced Programming Menu To enter the Advanced programming menu, hold down Menu and turn the power knob on and while continuing to hold Menu for 3 seconds. The PROG icon will illuminate and voice prompt “advanced menu” will indicate you are in the advanced programming menu. When Enabled, the Advanced Menu Flow Is: Programming Channels – Set the Frequencies and privacy codes for your channels. Microphone sensitivity – This allows adjustment to the sensitivity of the transmit microphone. Voice Call Announcements – Turn this setting on or off for the ability to receive a voice announcement or to set the voice announcement frequency/privacy code. -
Page 16: Programming Channels
Operation Programming Channels Press MENU or rotate the channel selector knob to cycle through the Channel options. Use the up/down arrow to cycle through the Option settings. Channel Options are: 1. Channel 1-6 2. Frequency 1-99 3. Privacy code 0-154 4. Power level – Hi or Low 5. Scan ON or OFF – adds the channel to the scan list Default Frequencies Channel Frequency Channel Frequency Channel Frequency Channel Frequency (MHz) (MHz) (MHz) (MHz) 464.5000 462.8375 467.8875 452.7625 464.5500 462.8625 467.9125 452.8625 467.7625 462.8875 469.4875... -
Page 17: Weather Channels
Operation Weather Channels (Performa 450 only) WX Radio Channel Frequency NOAA Weather Alert Channel 1 162.550 MHz Channel 2 162.400 MHz Channel 3 162.475 MHz Channel 4 162.425 MHz Channel 5 162.450 MHz Channel 6 162.500 MHz Channel 7 162.525 MHz Channel 8 161.650 MHz Channel 9 161.775 MHz Channel 10 163.275 MHz Channel 11 161.750 MHz Channel 12 162.000 MHz Weather Alert Tone (Performa 450 only) Alert Tone 1050 Hz... -
Page 18: Privacy Codes
Operation Privacy Codes Cobra Tone / Cobra Tone / Cobra Tone / Code Type Octal Code Type Octal Code Type Octal Number Code Number Code Number Code CTCSS 103 CTCSS 71.9 104 CTCSS 74.4 105 CTCSS 106 CTCSS 79.7 107 CTCSS 82.5... -
Page 19: Software, Fcc And Safety Statement
Software, FCC and Safety Statement Cobra Radio Programming Software Please visit Cobra.com to download the software allowing the ability to fully customize your radio and save Profiles to be used on your radios. See additional help for frequencies, licensing, and computer programming help on Cobra.com. Transmit and Receive Procedure Your two-way radio contains a transmitter and a receiver. To control your exposure and ensure compliance with the occupational/controlled environment exposure limits, always adhere to the following procedure: • Transmit no more than 50% of the time. • To transmit (talk), press the Push to Talk (PTT) button. • To receive calls, release the PTT button. Transmitting 50% of the time, or less, is important because the radio generates measurable RF energy exposure only when transmitting (in terms of measuring standards compliance). FCC Statement IMPORTANT NOTICE: WARNING: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with parts 15 and 90 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. -
Page 20: Fcc Part 15.21 Warning Statement
Software, FCC and Safety Statement 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 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 (2) inches from your face and speak in a normal voice, with the antenna pointed up and away. DO NOT hold the antenna when the radio is “in use”. Holding the antenna affects the effective range. FCC Part 15.21 Warning Statement NOTE: THE GRANTEE IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT EXPRESSLY APPROVED BY THE PARTY RESPONSIBLE FOR COMPLIANCE. SUCH MODIFICATIONS COULD VOID THE USER’S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT. Radiation Exposure Statement: Under ISEDC regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using the antenna that is affixed to the radio transmitter. Use only the supplied antenna. Unauthorized antennas, modifications, or attachments could damage the transmitter and may void the user’s authority to operate the radio. Any changes of modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s ability to operate the equipment. SAR tests are conducted using standard operating positions accepted by the FCC/ISEDC with the device transmitting at its highest certified power level in all tested frequency bands. Although the SAR is determined at the highest certified power level, the actual SAR level of the device while operating can be well below the maximum value. This device has been tested and certified to not exceed the exposure limit established by the FCC/ISEDC. Tests for each device are performed in positions and locations (e.g. at the ear and worn on the body) as required by the FCC/ISEDC. For body worn operation, this device has been tested and meets the FCC/ISEDC RF exposure guidelines when used with an accessory designated for this product or when used with an accessory that contains no metal and that positions the handset a minimum of 10mm from the body. Non-compliance with the... -
Page 21: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting and FAQs Power Cycling As a general troubleshooting step power cycle the radio (turn radio off and back on) to see if the issue persists. Radio does not turn on Make sure that the battery(ies) is(are) correctly installed in the radio. Is the battery charged? Replace the battery with a fully charged battery or charge the battery. Radio does not charge For radios with a desktop charger ensure that the radio is fully seated in the charger Check the charger and cable to ensure that they are fully connected. If possible try charging another device with the same charger and cable. No Audio Check to make sure both the channel and the privacy code match on the transmitting radio and receiving radio(s). If one radio can receive a transmission but the other can not the most likely cause is a mismatch of a privacy code. Check the volume level of the receiving radio(s). If an accessory headset or speaker/mic is used ensure that it is fully connected into the radio jack. -
Page 22: Limited 2-Year Warranty And Trademark Information
WARRANTY. COBRA SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO THOSE CONCERNING THE MERCHANTABILITY AND SUITABILITY OF THE PRODUCT FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. COBRA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF THE USE, MISUSE OR MOUNTING OF THE PRODUCT.
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