Cobra Electronics FRS225A Face Held FRS Transceiver User Manual

Cobra Electronics Corporation Face Held FRS Transceiver

User Manual

How to Use Your Cobra M i c ro Ta l k 2 - Way Radio1Features of This Product• Two-way radio with up to a 2 mile range• 14 channels• 38 Subcodes• Backlit LCD • Roger beep confirmationtone• Call feature• SuperFlex™ antenna• Water Resistant• Speaker/Microphonejacks• Belt clip• Wrist strap• Lock FunctionContentsFeatures..........................................................................1Family Radio Service................................................A1FCC WarningsIncluded AccessoriesControls & Indicators................................................A2Our Thanks toYou......................................................A3Customer Support...................................................A3Operating your microTALK Battery Installation...................................................2Turning On..................................................................3Illuminating the Display ........................................3Auto Squelch.............................................................4Maximum Range Extender/Auto Monitor......4Select Channel..........................................................5Select CTCSS Subcode............................................5Calling Another Party .............................................6Talking To Another Party.......................................6Roger Beep Confirmation Tone...........................7Listening For Another Party.................................7Lock Function............................................................8microTALK Range.....................................................9Making Life Easier And Safer...............................10microTALKSNAP Removable Front....................11External Microphone/Speaker Jack...................12Caring for Your microTALK....................................14Frequency Ranges .....................................................16microTALK Specifications.......................................16Limited TwoYear Warranty....................................18Optional Accessories................................................19Order Form....................................................................20If You Think You Need Service.............Back Cover FRS_225 3/2/01 3:23 PM Page 1
Pull lock tab downto remove batterycover.Insert three “AA”batteries.Positionbatteries accordingto po l a ri ty marki n g s.Operation2NoteBatteries are not includedwith microTALK 2-wayradio.Always use 3 highq u a l i ty AA alkaline batte ri e sor optional batte ry pack(sold separa te ly ) .Only the Cobra NiMH bat-tery (Part #FA-AA) packcan be recharged.NoteWhen batteries are low the i n d i ca tor willb l i n k .NoteVisit Cobra Electronics( w w w. co b ra e l e ct ro n i c s. co m )for information abo u toptional batte ry pack andd e s k t op charger acce s s o ri e s.Install BatteriesBatteryInstallation1 2 FRS_225 3/2/01 3:23 PM Page 2
Turn the On/Off/Volume switch. An audible“tone”will indicate the unit is on.Operation3Turning On Your microTALKNoteWhenever the unit is on you can receive communi-cations.Turning On YourmicroTALKIlluminating the DisplayIlluminatingthe Display11Push and release LIGHT/MAX RANGE button to illuminate display for ten seconds. FRS_225 3/2/01 3:23 PM Page 3
Operation4NoteTo learn more about therange of your microTALK,see page 9.Range is dependent on battery condition and geographic terrain.Auto SquelchMaximumRangeExtenderMaximum Range ExtenderAuto Squelch can be temporarily removed to allowall signals to enter (Maximum Range Extender).Auto SquelchYour microTALK is equipped with Auto Squelch,which automatically shuts off weak transmissionsand unwanted noise due to terrain conditions orif you have reached your range limit.1Push and hold LIGHT/MAX RANGE button to allow all signals to enter.Auto MonitorAuto MonitorWhen the signal you want to hear is consistentlyweak,you may place the radio in Maximum Range mode without having to constantly holdthe button: Press and hold the Maximum RangeExtender button for five seconds.Two beeps confirm Auto Monitor is on.To return to normaloperation,momentarily press the Maximum RangeExtender button again or change channels. FRS_225 3/2/01 3:23 PM Page 4
Select any of the 14 channels by pushing thechannel up or down buttons.Select Main Channel (1-14)Turn on the microTALK 2-Way Radio.Operation5SelectChannelNoteUnits must be on samechannel and subcode tocommunicate.NoteChannels 8-12 generallyare less used and give bet-ter results for communica-tions in most areas.NotePush and hold the channelbutton for fast channeladvance.21NoteSelecting a CTCSS subcode will allow you toonly hear conversations onthat selection. For example, you may be witha group of friends.If all ofyou select channel 7 andsubcode 1, you will hearyour friends but will nothear anybody else on channel 7,subcodes 2through 38.Select CTCSS Subcode (00-38)Press the mode butto n .After a short delay,s m a l ln u m bers will flash next to the channel displayLCD indicating the subc h a n n e l .Select CTCSSSubcode1Select subcode number by moving the chan-nel button up or down.When the desired code is displayed push themode button and release.An audible tone willconfirm your selection.23 FRS_225 3/2/01 3:23 PM Page 5
2The TX / RX indicato rwill be displayed.NoteBoth units must be ON andtuned to the same channel.Your incoming “Call”signalvolume is dependent on theunit volume s e t t i n g .Operation6Calling Another PartyTo alert another party that you wish tocommunicate:Talking To Another PartyPush and release CALL button.The unityou are calling will hear a two second ringingtone.CallingAnother PartyNoteWhile the TALK button isdepressed you cannot receive incoming calls.Talking ToAnother Party13 41Release TALK button and listen forresponse.Hold mic about 2 inchesf r om mouth.Speak in an o rmal vo i ce.Push and hold TALK button. FRS_225 3/2/01 3:23 PM Page 6
Operation7NoteWhile the TALK button isdepressed you cannot receive incoming calls.Roger BeepConfirmationToneListening ForAnother PartyRoger Beep Confirmation ToneLK en forListening For Another PartyWhen finished talking:Release TALK button to receive incoming transmissions.Your microTALK is always in listening modewhen the TALK button is not pressed.Adjust volume by turning the On/Off VolumeSwitch1Your listener will hear an audible tone when you release the TALK button.This alerts the other partyt h at you are finished talki n gand it’s OK for them to be g i nt a l ki n g .2 FRS_225 3/2/01 3:23 PM Page 7
Operation8Lock FunctionNoteCall button, Range Extender button and Talkbutton do not lock and arefully operational while theunit is locked.The unit cannot lock whilein function mode.Lock FunctionThe purpose of the LOCK function is to lock mostbuttons to avoid accidental operation.To engage the LOCK function:Push and hold Lock button untilflashes.Channel up/down and Mode buttonsare now locked. An audible tone will also con-firm lock function.To“unlock”push and hold Lock button until disappears.12 FRS_225 3/2/01 3:23 PM Page 8
Operation9NoteTo achieve maximum range the auto squelch can be overridden. Refer toMaximum Range Extendersection on page 4.microTALKRangemicroTALK RangeYour micro TALK Radio has a range of up to2 miles.This effective range can be shortened under some conditions.1. Under flat, openconditions you will experiencethe microTALK’smaximum range.2. Range can bereduced bybuildings andfoliage in the path of the signal.3. Range will befurther reduced bydense foliage andhilly terrain. FRS_225 3/2/01 3:23 PM Page 9
Making Life Easier and Safer10microTALK 2-Way Radios Can Make LifeEasier and SaferAs you become familiar with your microTALKRadio you will find many of your own uses for theunit.Some suggestions include:microTALK 2-Way RadiosCan Make Life Easierand Safer1. Talking with fellowhikers. 2. Keeping track of the kids in a shopping mall.3. Communicatingbetween basementand first,second orthird floor.4. Talking to a neighbor or afriend. FRS_225 3/2/01 3:23 PM Page 10
115. Checking on travel-ing companions inanother car.6. Agree on a meetingspot after an event.TO REMOVE:Use theslight indentationbetween the SNAPfront and bottom frontof the unit to lift it off.TO ATTACH:Firstengage the tabs intothe top of the unit.Next snap in the mid-dle tabs. Finally snap in the bottom tab.microTALK SNAP Removable FrontYour microTALK Radio comes with the newmicroTALK SNAP removeable front.microTALKSNAPRemovableFrontAlso included is a convenient Belt Clip-Desk Stand,thatcan be either attached to your belt or p l a ced on a deskusing the built-in feet in the base. FRS_225 3/2/01 3:23 PM Page 11
E x t e rnal Microphone/ Speaker Jack12NoteExternal microphone/speaker is not included withthe unit.See page 19 foroptional accessories.External Microphone/Speaker JackYour microTALK 2-Way Radio can be fitted with an external microphone/speaker,(not included)freeing your hands for other tasks.To attach the external microphone/speaker:ExternalMicrophone/Speaker JackOpen Spkr/Mic tab on top of unit.1 FRS_225 3/2/01 3:23 PM Page 12
E x t e rnal Microphone/ Speaker Jack13Insert plug into the Spkr/Mic jack.2 FRS_225 3/2/01 3:23 PM Page 13
Caring for Your microTALK RadioThe microTALK 2-Way Radio will give you years of service if cared for properly.Here are some suggestions:Caring for Your microTAL Radio14Caring for YourmicroTALKRadioNoteModifying or tampering with the radio’s internal components can cause malfunction and will invalidate the warranty.If your radio is not perform-ing as it should, please callCobra at 773.889.3087.Do not return the unit tothe retailer. 1. Handle unit gently. 2. Keep awayfrom dust. FRS_225 3/2/01 3:23 PM Page 14
15o3. Never place the unit in water or in a moist place.4. Avoid exposureto extreme temperatures. FRS_225 3/2/01 3:23 PM Page 15
microTALK Specifications16I.GENERAL SPECIFICATIONSA.FREQUENCIESCHANNEL ASSIGNMENTCH 1: 462.5625MHz CH 8: 467.5625MHz CH2: 462.5875MHz CH 9: 467.5875MHz CH 3: 462.6125MHz CH 10: 467.6125MHz CH 4: 462.6375MHz CH 11: 467.6375MHz CH 5: 462.6625MHz CH 12: 467.6625MHz CH 6: 462.6875MHz CH 13: 467.6875MHz CH 7: 462.7125MHz CH 14: 467.7125MHz B.RECEIVER UNIT NOMINAL1. SENSITIVITYFOR 12 DB SINAD dBm -119FOR CALL SIG.DETECTION dBm -1212. MAX.AUDIO OUTPUT @10% THD mW 1503. MAX.S/N RATIO @ 1mV RF INPUT dB 454. SQUELCH a) SENSITIVITY dB m -121b) ATTACK TIME mS 150c) CLOSING TIME mS 2005. AUDIO FREQUENCY RESP.@ 300 HZ dB -3@ 2500 HZ dB -106. SIGNAL DISPLACEMENT BW +/-KHZ 57. ADJACENT CH.REJECTION dB 558. INTERMODULATION REJECTION dB 559. SPURIOUS RESPONSE REJECTION dB 65 FRS_225 3/2/01 3:23 PM Page 16
C.TRANSMITTER UNIT NOMINAL1. EFFECTIVE RADIATED POWER mW 5002. CARRIER FREQ.STABILITY +_H z 5003. MODULATION LIMITING KHz 2.54. CARRIER ATTACK TIME mS 305. AUDIO FREQUENCY RESPONSE@ 300 HZ dB -10@ 2500 HZ dB 46. AUDIO DISTORTION % 37. HUM NOISE dB 388. TRANSIENT FREQ.BEHAVIORa) TXON mS 30b) TX OFF mS 5D. POWER SUPPLY1. BATTERY LIFE (1:1:18 RATIO) HR 242. BATTERY OPERATING RANGE V 3.2 - 4.5microTALK Specifications17 FRS_225 3/2/01 3:23 PM Page 17
Limited Two Year Warranty18COBRA ELECTRONICS CORPORATION warrants that itsCOBRA FRS Radios, and the component parts thereof,willbe free of defects in workmanship and materials for periodof two (2) years 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 FRS radios, products or component parts upondelivery to the COBRA Factory Service Department,accom-panied 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 shipthe product for warranty service,but the return chargeswill be at Cobra's expense,if the product is repaired orreplaced under warranty.This warranty gives you specific legal rights,and you mayalso have other rights which vary from state to state.Exclusions:This limited warranty does not apply; 1) to anyproduct damaged by accident;2) in the event of misuse orabuse of the product or as a result of unauthorized alter-ations or repairs;3) if the serial number has been altered,defaced or removed;4) if the owner of the product residesoutside 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,conse-q u e n tial or other damages;i n c l u d i n g,without limitat i o n ,damages resulting from loss of use or cost of installat i o n .Some states do not allow limitations on how long animplied warranty lasts and/or do not allow the exclu-sion or limitation of incidental or consequential dam-ages,so the above limitations may not apply to you.Cobra ElectronicsCorporation6500 West Cortland StreetChicago,Illinois 60707 FRS_225 3/2/01 3:23 PM Page 18
Vox Headset MicVOX (Voice OperatedTransmitter) headset andmicrophone allowshands-free operation.MA-VOX $49.95Optional Accessories19You Can Find These Fine Accessories At Your Local Cobra DealerIf you wish, you can order directly from Cobra.Order by phoneCall 1.773.889.3087 (Press 1 from the main menu) 8 a.m.-6 p.m. M-F CST.)Order by mail or faxPlease fill out order form on next page,and mail/fax directly to Cobra.Order over the Webwww.cobraelectronics.comEar Bud Mic with PTTCo m p a ct earbud and micro-phone with Pu s h - to - Talk switc h .M A-EBM $29.95 Lapel Speaker/MicrophoneRemote microphone/speakerwith Push-to-Talk switch.M A- S M $ 2 4 . 9 5Replacement Belt ClipFA- B C 2 $ 4 . 9 52 Port Desktop ChargerCharges two NiMH battery packs(FA-AA) or two FRS 225 radios.(Note:appearance may vary) FA- C S $ 1 9 . 9 5NiMH Rechargeable Battery PackHigh performance NickelMetal Hydride battery pack formultiple charging.FA-AA $ 1 9 . 9 5 FRS_225 3/2/01 3:23 PM Page 19
Accessory Order Form20Please print clearlyNameAddress (No P.O.Box)City StateZip Telephone ( )Credit Card No.Exp.DateCustomer SignatureCircle One: Visa MasterCard DiscoverAllow 2-3 weeks for delivery.Offer valid in Continental U.S.only.For credit card orders fill out order formand fax to: 1.773.622.2269or call 1.773.889.3087(Press 1 from the main menu)8:00 am - 6:00 pm,M-F,CST.Ma ke check or money order (no stamps)payable to:Cobra Electronics Attn: Accessories Dept.6500 West Co rtland St .Ch i ca g o,IL 60707$25.00 and under $4.75$25.01 - $40.00 $6.95$40.01 - $80.00 $ 9 . 2 5$80.01 - $120.00 $ 1 0 . 2 5$120.01 - $160.00 $ 1 1 . 7 5$160.01 and up $14.50Amount Shipping/of Order HandlingShipping & HandlingFor AK,HI and PR pleaseadd an additional $15.00for UPS shipments.Subtotal(Tax if applicable) Shipping/handlingTotal Tax TableIllinois residents add 7%Cook Co. residents add .75% (7.75% total)Chicago residents add 1% (8.75% total)Indiana residents add 5%Michigan residents add 4 % Ohio residents add 6%Wisconsin residents add 5%M A - VOX Vox Headset Mi c $ 4 9 . 9 5M A - E B M Ear Bud Mic with PTT $ 2 9 . 9 5MA-SM Lapel Speaker/ Microphone $24.95FA - A A NiMH Re c h a rgeable Bat te ry Pa c k $ 1 9 . 9 5FA - C S 2 Po rt De s k t op Ch a rg e r $ 1 9 . 9 5FA - B C 2 Re p l a ce m e nt Belt Cl i p $ 4 . 9 5Item # Description Cost Ea. Qty. AmountPrices subject to change without notice. FRS_225 3/2/01 3:23 PM Page 20
Cobra Electronics Corporation6500 West Cortland StreetChicago, IL 60707Cobra Electronics Corp.© 2000Printed in China.Part No. 480-004-PFor te c h n i c al assistance, please call our Au to m a t ed Help Desk which can assist you by answering the most fre q u e n t l y asked questions about Co b ra prod u ct s.(773) 889-3087 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.A Consumer Service Representative can be reached through this same number 8:00 am - 6:00 pm,Monday through Friday,CST.Technical assistance is also available on-line in the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) section atwww.cobraelectronics.com or by e-mail to productinfo@cobraelectronics.comIf 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 Cobra factory.It will be necessary to furnish the follow-ing in order to have the product serviced and returned.1. For Warranty Repair include some form of proof-of-purchase, such as a mechanical reproductionor 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 unit.Include a typed or clearly printed nameand 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 way of a traceable carrier such as United Parcel Service (UPS) or FirstClass Mail to avoid loss in transit to: Cobra Factory Service,Cobra Electronics Corporation,6500W.Cortland St.,Chicago,IL 60707.6. If the unit is in warranty,upon receipt of your unit it will either be repaired or exchangeddepending on the model. Please allow approximately 3 to 4 weeks before contacting us for status.If the unit 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 1.773.889.3087 forassistance.IfYou Think You Need Service FRS_225 3/2/01 3:23 PM Page 21
2-Way RadioO pe rating Instru ctions for your Nothing comes close to a Co b ra ™FRS 225 FRS_225 3/2/01 3:23 PM Page 22
Family Radio ServiceEver wish you could talk to someone who wasn’twithin earshot? Like contacting ski partners backat the lodge? Or letting a friend know how to findyou in a busy mall? Cobra’s microTALK FRS 225 is agreat way for friends or family to have fun and besafe 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. These channels are in the UHF (Ultra High Frequency) band which means greatpenetration through buildings,thick forests, hills,and other dense structures.They are also FM(Frequency Modulation) signals which meanscrystal clear reception even in crowded,noisyenvironments.FCCWarningsReplacement or substitution of transistors,regulardiodes or other parts of a unique nature,withparts other than those recommended by Cobra,may cause a violation of the technical regulationsof part 95 of the FCC Rules,or violation of TypeAcceptance requirements of Part 2 of the Rules.Included with your microTALK1. Belt Clip2. Wrist Strap3. Two microTALK SNAP™ removable frontsFamily Radio ServiceA1 FRS_225 3/2/01 3:23 PM Page 23
Controls and IndicatorsA21. Antenna2. Microphone/Speaker Jack3. On/Off Volume Switch4.L LCD Display Panel5.? Light/Max Range Button6. Channel Select Button7. Speaker8 . Battery Compartment9. Talk Button10. Call Button11. microTALK SNAP Removeable Front12. Lock Button13. Mode Button14. Charge Pads7951281 441391 2 1 351 161 036 FRS_225 3/2/01 3:23 PM Page 24
Thank you for purchasing the Cobra FRS 225 2-Way Radio.Your microTALKradio comes with the new microTALK SNAPre m ovable fro n t,which allows you to custo m i z e the appe a ra n ceof your radio! Several color choices are included with yo u rp u rc h a s e.For instru ctions on re m ov i n g the microTALKSNAPfront,see page 11.For additional color choices available as acce s s o ries (solds e p a rate l y ), please see the broc h u re and order fo rm included.Customer SupportProperly used,this Cobra product will give you years of reli-able service.Should you encounter any problems with theproduct or not understand its many features,please refer tothis owner’s manual. If, after referring to the manual, you stillneed help,call Cobra Customer Service at 773.889.3087.WarningYour wireless handheld portable transceiver contains a lowpower transmitter.When the PTT button is pushed it sendsout radio frequency (RF) signals.The device is authorized tooperate at a duty factor not to exceed 50%.In August 1996,the Federal Communications Commissions (FCC) adopted RFexposure guidelines with safety levels for hand-held wirelessdevices.Important: To maintain compliance with the FCC’s RF expo-sure guidelines hold the transmitter at least 2 inches (5 cm)from your face and speak in a normal voice,with the anten-na pointed up and away.If you wear the handset on yourbody while using the headset acce s s o ry,use only the suppliedbelt clip for this product and ensure that the antenna is atleast 2 inches (5 cm) from your body when transmitting.Ifthe distance between that antenna and the body is LESSTHAN 2.0”(5 cm).DO NOT USE THIS DEVICE IN THE BODYWORN CONFIGURATION.Use only the supplied antenna.Unauthorized antennas, modifications,or attachments coulddamage the transmitter and may violate FCC regulations.Our Thanks to YouA3Cobra Customer ServiceLive operators are available M-F 8:00 am - 6:00 pm CSTat: 773.889.3087 Automated TechnicalAssistance available 24hours a day, seven days aweek.E-mail questions to:p rod u ct i n fo @co b ra e l e ct ro n i c s. co mCo b ra on the Wo rld Wi d eWe b : Frequently AskedQuestions (FAQ) can befound on-line at:www.cobraelectronics.com FRS_225 3/2/01 3:23 PM Page 25
The Co b ra line of quality prod u cts also includes:• CB Ra d i o s• Mi c ro Ta lk™Ra d i o s• Radar De te cto r s• Ac ce s s o ri e s• Sa fe ty Al e rt™Traffic Wa rning Sys te m sNothing comes close to a Co b r a™ FRS_225 3/2/01 3:23 PM Page 26

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