Cobra Micro Talk 2 Operating Instructions Manual

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Cobra Electronics Corporation
6500 West Cortland Street
Chicago, IL60707
If You Think You Need Service
For te c h n i cal assistance, please call our Au to m a ted Help Desk which can assist
you by answe ring the most fre q u e n t ly asked questions about Co b ra prod u ct s.
(773) 889-3087
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If you think you need service call 1.773.889.3087
"If your product should require fac t ory 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 Cobra factory. It will be necessary to furnish the follo w-
ing 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 pr event 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 avoid loss in transit to: Cobra Factory Service, Cobra Electronics Corporation,6500
W. Cortland St., Chicago, IL 60707.
6. If the unit is in warranty, upon receipt of your unit it will either be repaired or exchanged
depending on the model. Please allow approximately 3 to 4 weeks before contacting us for
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.© 1998
Printed in Thailand
Part No. 480-279-P-001
O pe rating Instru ctions for yo u r
Co b ra Mi c ro Talk 2
Family Radio Service
2 Way Radio
"Ingenious Prod u cts for Easier Co m m u n i cat i o n ."
The Family Radio Service Story
The Family Radio Service Story
Ever wish you could talk to someone who wasn't
within earshot? Like contacting ski partners back
at the lodge? Or letting a friend know how to find
you in a busy mall? Cobr a's MicroTalk 2 is a great
way for friends or family to increase their f u n – a n d
s a fe ty – by staying in touch while on the go.
The FCC (Federal Communications Commission)
has created 14 license free frequency bands ,
or channels, called Family Radio Service (FRS)
frequencies. All of these 14 channels are easily
accessed on your Cobra FRS radio. These chan-
nels are in the UHF (Ultra High Frequency) band
which means great penetration through build-
ings, thick forests, hills, and other dense structures.
They are also FM (Frequency Modulation) signals
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which means crystal clear reception even in
crowded noisy environments.
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.
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Included with your MicroTalk 2
1.
Removable Belt Clip
2.
Wrist Strap
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  • Page 1 .” which means crystal clear reception even in You may be asked to send your unit to the Cobra factory. It will be necessary to furnish the follo w- crowded noisy environments. ing in order to have the product serviced and returned.
  • Page 2: Our Thanks To You

    Page 4 Controls and Indicators Our Thanks to You Retractable Antenna Thank you for purchasing the Cobra MicroTalk 2 2-way Radio. Properly used, this Cobra product Belt Clip Cobra Customer Servic e will give you many years of reliable service.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    FRS250 manual.final.qx 10/1/98 2:43 PM Page 7 How to Use Y our Cobra M i c ro Ta l k 2 - Way Radio Contents Features ..................1 The FRS Story................A1 FCC Warnings Included Accessories Features of This Product Controls & Indicators............A2 •...
  • Page 4 Always use high quality alkaline or NiMH batteries. Incorrect positioning can damage both the batteries and the unit. Only the Cobra NiMH battery (Part # FA-BP) pack can be recharged . See Accessories on page 37. Charge ports for recharging Pull lock tab down Insert four “AAA”...
  • Page 5: Turning On

    FRS250 manual.final.qx 10/1/98 2:43 PM Page 10 Operation Operation LCD Display LCD Display Turning On Your MicroTalk Turning On Your Rotate ON - OFF Volume Control clockwise. An audible “tone” will indicate the unit is on and MicroTalk 2 then the LCD will go through a 3 second self-test and then go to operational mode.
  • Page 6: Select Main Channel (1-14)

    FRS250 manual.final.qx 10/1/98 2:43 PM Page 12 Operation Operation Select Main Select Main Channel (1-14) Select CTCSS Subchannel (00-38) Select CTCSS Channel Subchannel Rotate ON - OFF Volume Control clockwise. The CTCSS Subchannel allows the user to utilize An audible “tone” will indicate the unit is on a less used channel range (00-38) within a main and then the LCD will go through a 3 second c h a n n e l .
  • Page 7: Battery Low

    Push and hold the Channel Channel buttons for fast channel Only the Cobra NiMH Replace alkaline batteries as soon as possible advance. battery (Part # F A-BP) and/or recharge NiMH battery pack. pack can be recharged .
  • Page 8: Calling Another Party

    FRS250 manual.final.qx 10/1/98 2:43 PM Page 16 Operation Operation Calling Calling Another Party Another To alert another par ty that you wish to Party communicate: Note Both the calling and receiv- ing units must be on same channel and subchannel for Select desired channel by pushing and the call function to work.
  • Page 9: Talking To Another Party

    FRS250 manual.final.qx 10/1/98 2:43 PM Page 18 Operation Operation Talking to Talking To Another Party Another To send your outgoing message: Party Note While PTT button is depressed you cannot Push and hold button. receive incoming calls. Note Both units must be on same channel to communicate.
  • Page 10: Talk Confirmation Tone

    FRS250 manual.final.qx 10/1/98 2:43 PM Page 20 Operation Operation Talk Talk Confirmation Tone Auto Squelch Auto Squelch Confirmation Your MicroTalk 2 is equipped with Auto Squelch, Your listener will hear an Tone which automatically shuts off weak transmissions audible tone when you and unwanted noise due to ter rain conditions or release the PTT button.
  • Page 11: Microtalk 2 Range

    FRS250 manual.final.qx 10/1/98 2:43 PM Page 22 MicroTalk 2 Range Making Life Easier and Safer MicroTalk 2 MicroTalk 2 MicroTalk 2 Range MicroTalk 2 2-Way Radio Can Make Life 2-Way Radio Range Easier and Safer Your Mi c ro Talk 2 Radio has a range of up to 2 miles. Can Make This effective range can be shor tened under As you become familiar with your MicroTalk 2...
  • Page 12: External Microphone/Speaker Jack

    FRS250 manual.final.qx 10/1/98 2:43 PM Page 24 Making Life Easier and Safer E x t e rnal Microphone/Speaker Jack MicroTalk 2 MicroTalk 2 2-Way Radio Can Make Life External Microphone/Speaker Jack External Easier and Safer 2-Way Radio continued Microphone/ Your MicroTalk 2 2-Way Radio can be fitted with Can Make an external microphone/speaker, (not included) Speaker Jack...
  • Page 13: Advanced Features

    FRS250 manual.final.qx 10/1/98 2:43 PM Page 26 Advanced Features Advanced Features Advanced Advanced Features Features Your MicroTalk 2 has many advanced features not found on other 2-way radios. These include: No te • Private Call® (Voice Scramble) When using or prog ra m m i n g •...
  • Page 14: Private Call (Voice Scramble)

    FRS250 manual.final.qx 10/1/98 2:43 PM Page 28 Advanced Features Advanced Features Private Call Private Call (Voice Scramble) ( V oice Scramble) Private Call ensures that no one can ea vesdrop on your conversation. To engage the Private Call function: Rotate ON - OFF Volume Control clockwise.
  • Page 15: Ringer

    FRS250 manual.final.qx 10/1/98 2:43 PM Page 30 Advanced Features Advanced Features Ringer Ringer Your MicroTalk 2 will signal you that there is an incoming transmission with a ring tone. RingerTest To test the ringer mode: Note Rotate ON - OFF Volume Control clockwise.
  • Page 16 FRS250 manual.final.qx 10/1/98 2:43 PM Page 32 Advanced Features Advanced Features Tone Tone Setting Talk Confirmation Tone Indicator To te m po ra rily eliminate the Talk Co n f i rm ation To n e : Settings The Key Stroke Tone and Talk Confirmation Tone can be temporarily turned on or off during the operation of your MicroTalk 2 2-Way Radio.
  • Page 17: Lock Function

    FRS250 manual.final.qx 10/1/98 2:43 PM Page 34 Advanced Features Frequency Range Lock Function Lock Function The MicroTalk 2 unit represents one of the most Frequency advanced FM two-way radios used. Ranges The purpose of the LOCK function is to lock most buttons to avoid accidental operation.
  • Page 18: Caring For Your Microtalk 2

    If your radio is not perform- ing as it should, please call Cobra at 773.889.3087. Do 1. Handle unit gently. 2. Keep away 3. Never place the 4. Avoid exposure not return the unit to the from dust.
  • Page 19 FRS250 manual.final.qx 10/1/98 2:43 PM Page 38 MicroTalk Specifications MicroTalk Specifications I.GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS C.TRANSMITTER UNIT 1. EFFECTIVE RADIATED POWER A.GENERAL CH=14 CHANNELS WITHIN 462-467 MHZ 2. CARRIER FREQ.STABILIT Y 3. MODULATION LIMITING B. RECEIVER UNIT 4. CARRIER ATTACK TIME 1.SENSITIVITY 5.
  • Page 20: Limited Two Year Warranty

    . 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 Cobra Electronics replaced under warranty.
  • Page 21: Order Form

    Ma ke check or money order (no stamps) form and fax to:1.773.622.2269 payable to: or call 1.773.889.3087 Cobra Accessories Dept. (Press 1 from the main menu) 6500 West Co rtland St.Ch i ca g o,IL 60707 8:00 am - 8:00 pm,M-F, CST.

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