Cobra Electronics MRF75 MARINE TRANSCEIVER User Manual F75 CvrTOC

Cobra Electronics Corporation MARINE TRANSCEIVER F75 CvrTOC

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A1 EnglishOur Thanks to YouIntroductionVHF MARINE RADIOMR F75Printed in China Part No. 480-086-POwner’s ManualNothing Comes Close To A Cobra®EnglishThank you for purchasing a CobraMarine™VHF radio. Properly used, this Cobra®product will give you many years of reliable service.How Your CobraMarine™VHF Radio WorksThis radio is a VHF transceiver for fixed mounting on your boat. It gives you two-wayvessel-to-vessel and vessel-to-shore station communications, primarily for safetyand secondarily for navigation and operational purposes. With it, you can call forhelp, get information from other boaters, talk to lock and bridge tenders, and makeradiotelephone calls to anywhere in the world through a marine operator.Besides two-way communications, the radio can provide quick access to receive all ten NOAA (National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration) weatherchannels and alert you to weather emergencies with a tone on a weather channelyou can select for your area.Customer AssistanceShould you encounter any problems with this product, or not understand its many features, please refer to this owner’s manual. If you require furtherassistance after reading this manual, Cobra®Electronics offers the followingcustomer assistance services:For Assistance In the U.S.A. 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 Mon. through Fri. (except holidays) 773-889-3087 (phone).Questions English and Spanish.Faxes can be received at 773-622-2269 (fax).Technical Assistance English only.www.cobra.com (on-line: Frequently Asked Questions).English and Spanish. productinfo@cobra.com (e-mail).For Assistance Outside the U.S.A.Contact Your Local DealerCustomer Assistance©2003 Cobra®Electronics Corporation6500 West Cortland StreetChicago, Illinois 60707 USAwww.cobra.comA1 EnglishOur Thanks to YouIntroductionVHF MARINE RADIOMR F75Printed in China Part No. 480-086-POwner’s ManualNothing Comes Close To A Cobra®EspañolThank you for purchasing a CobraMarine™VHF radio. Properly used, this Cobra®product will give you many years of reliable service.How Your Cobra®VHF Marine Radio WorksThis radio is a VHF transceiver for fixed mounting on your boat. It gives you two-wayvessel-to-vessel and vessel-to-shore station communications, primarily for safetyand secondarily for navigation and operational purposes. With it, you can call forhelp, get information from other boaters, talk to lock and bridge tenders, and makeradiotelephone calls to anywhere in the world through a marine operator.Besides two-way communications, the radio can provide quick access to receive all ten NOAA (National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration) weatherchannels and alert you to weather emergencies with a tone on a weather channelyou can select for your area.Customer AssistanceShould you encounter any problems with this product, or not understand its many features, please refer to this owner’s manual. If you require furtherassistance after reading this manual, Cobra®Electronics offers the followingcustomer assistance services:For Assistance In the U.S.A. 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 Mon. through Fri. (except holidays) 773-889-3087 (phone).Questions English and Spanish.Faxes can be received at 773-622-2269 (fax).Technical Assistance English only.www.cobra.com (on-line: Frequently Asked Questions).English and Spanish. productinfo@cobra.com (e-mail).For Assistance Outside the U.S.A.Contact Your Local DealerCustomer Assistance©2003 Cobra®Electronics Corporation6500 West Cortland StreetChicago, Illinois 60707 USAwww.cobra.comCobraMarine™MR F75Spanish
A3 EnglishMicrophone/SpeakerIntroductionA2 EnglishControls and IndicatorsIntroductionDual PowerSelectable to one (1) or twenty-five (25) watts output power for near ordistant calling.USA/International/Canada ChannelsAllows operation on any of the three (3)different channel maps established forthese areas.10 NOAA Weather ChannelsInstant access to all of the NationalWeather Channels, 24 hours a day.Emergency Weather AlertCan alert you with an audible tone and visual alarm if threateningweather is nearby.Instant Channel 16/9Instant access to the priority Channel 16 and calling Channel 9.Digital Selective Calling (DSC)Allows sending a distress message at the touch of a button as well asspecific station-to-station calls.ScanLets you scan through all selected memorychannels to find conversations in progress.Tri-WatchLets you monitor three (3) channels at once — Channel 16, Channel 9, and one (1) user programmable channel.Noise Canceling MicrophoneBlocks background noise to let your voice be heard at the receiving station.Controls on the MicrophoneHandy control buttons on the microphonelet you operate one (1) handed at adistance from the radio.Illuminated ButtonsHelps you quickly find the buttons you need in low light conditions.Mounting Kits IncludedRadio can be mounted on, under, or in thedash using one (1) of the included brackets.WaterproofSubmersible to one (1) meter of water for 30 minutes — meets Standard JIS7.Features •Microphone/Speaker With Auxiliary Controls •On-OffPower/VolumeKnobUpButtonBacklit LCDScreenMemory Scan/Memory ClearButtonDownButtonActiveChannelNumberRadio Status andData DisplayWeather/UIC ButtonInstantChannel 16/9 ButtonSquelch KnobMicrophone Cord ConnectionSocketPositionCoordinates —Latitude andLongitudeHigh/Low Power ButtonCall/SetButtonDCS Distress Button(Behind Red SpringLoaded Cover)Tri-WatchButtonUpButtonMicrophone/SpeakerVolume UpButtonDownButtonTalkButtonVolumeDownButtonInstantChannel 16/9 ButtonUp/Down Buttons Can be used instead of those on the transceiver.Instant Channel 16/9 Button Can be used instead of the one on the transceiver.Volume Up/Down ButtonCan be used instead of theOn-Off Power/Volume knob.SimplexOperationIconPowerConnectionExternalSpeakerGlobalPositioningSystem (GPS)Antenna
IntroductionNothing comes close to a Cobra®Table of Contents1IntroductionOur Thanks to You . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A1Customer Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A1Controls and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A2Microphone/Speaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A3Product Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A3Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Recommendations for Marine Communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3VHF Marine Radio ProtocolsFCC Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4VHF Marine Radio Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Voice Calling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Digital Selective Calling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Radiotelephone Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Emergency Messages and Distress Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10VHF Marine Channel Assignments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14World City Time Zones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24NOAA Weather Channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26Installation and Start-UpIncluded in This Package . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27Mounting and Powering The Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28Antenna Requirements and Attachment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30External Devices and Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32Operating Your RadioGetting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35Set-Up Routines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40Voice Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44Weather Radio and Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47Advanced Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48Channel 16/9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48Tri-Watch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49Scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50Memory Channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50Memory Scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51DSC Set-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52DSC Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60Maintenance and Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75WarrantyWarranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76Customer ServiceProduct Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77Optional Accessories and Order Form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
IntroductionNothing comes close to a Cobra®2EnglishImportant Safety InformationIntroductionRecommendations for Marine Communication3CAUTIONS AVOID using or storing the radio at temperatures below -4˚F (-20˚C) or above 140˚F (60˚C).NEVER connect the transceiver to DC power greater than 16 volts or to any DC source with reversed polarity. Doing so will damage the transceiver.DO NOT cut the power cables attached to the transceiver. Improperreconnection with reversed polarity will damage the transceiver.POSITION your radio, external speakers, and cables at least three (3) feet (0.9 m) away from your vessel’s magnetic navigation compass. CHECK your compass before and after installation to be sure that it has not introduced any deviation.DO NOT attempt to service any internal parts yourself. Have any necessary service performed by a qualified technician.DO NOT drop the transceiver or microphone. Doing so may crack the case or damage a waterproof seal. Once these items have been dropped, the original waterproofing cannot be guaranteed.DO NOT use chemicals or solvents such as mineral spirits and alcohol to clean your radio. They may damage the case surfaces.Changes or modifications to your radio MAY VOID its compliance with FCC rules and make it illegal to use.Recommendations for Marine Communication •The frequencies your radio uses are set aside to enhance safety afloat and for vessel navigation and operational messages over a range suitable for nearshorevoyages. If the twenty-five (25) watt maximum output of your radio isn’t sufficientfor the distances you travel from the coast, consider installing more powerful radio equipment such as HF Single Sideband or Satellite Radio for your vessel.The U.S. Coast Guard does not endorse cellular telephones as substitutes for marine radios. They generally cannot communicate with rescue vessels and, if you make a Distress call on a cellular telephone, only the party you call will be able to hear you. Additionally, cellular telephones may have limited coverage over water and can be hard to locate. If you don’t know where you are, the Coast Guard will have difficulty finding you if you’re using a cellular telephone.However, cellular phones can have a place on board where cellular coverage is available — to allow social conversations and keep the marine frequenciesuncluttered and available for their intended uses.Important Safety Information •Before installing and using your CobraMarine™VHF radio, please read these general precautions and warnings.Warning and Caution StatementsTo make the most of this radio, it must be installed and used properly. Please read the installation and operating instructions carefully before installing and using it. Special attention must be paid to the WARNINGand CAUTION statements in this manual.WARNING Statements identify conditions that could result in personal injury or loss of life.CAUTION Statements identify conditions that could cause damage to the radio or other equipment.Safety Training InformationYour radio generates electromagnetic RF (radio frequency) energy when it is transmitting. To insure that you and those around you are not exposed to excessive amounts of that energy DO NOT touch the antenna when transmitting and KEEP yourself and all others on your vessel the required distance away from the antenna while transmitting. SEE page 29 in the antenna requirements section for further information.WARNINGSDO NOT operate the radio without a proper antenna or equivalent dummy load attached. Doing so may expose you to excessive RF energy and will damage the radio.DO NOT operate the radio in an explosive atmosphere, near blasting sites, or in any area where signs are posted prohibiting radio transmissions.NEVER connect the transceiver to AC power. It can be a fire hazard, may cause an electric shock, and may damage the transceiver.NEVER mount the transceiver or microphone where they might interfere with operation of your vessel or cause injury.DO NOT allow children or anyone unfamiliar with proper procedures to operate the radio without supervision.F55_General.qxd 7/25/03 1:51 PM Page 2
Nothing comes close to a Cobra®4EnglishFCC Information FCC Information5FCC INFORMATION •CobraMarine™VHF radios comply with the FCC (Federal CommunicationCommission) requirements that regulate the Maritime Radio Service.This CobraMarine™radio incorporates a VHF FM transceiver designed for use in the frequency range of 156.025 to 163.275 MHz. It requires 13.8 volts DC and has a switchable RF output power of one (1) or twenty-five (25) watts.The transceiver is capable of RTCM SC 101 DSC (Digital Selective Calling) operation.The radio operates on all currently allocated marine channels and is switchable foruse according to U.S.A., International, or Canadian regulations. It features instantaccess to emergency Channel 16 and calling Channel 9 as well as NOAA (NationalOceanic and Atmospheric Administration) All Hazards Radio with Alert that can beaccessed by pressing one key.IMPORTANT NOTICE: FCC LICENSING INFORMATION •Station LicenseAn FCC ship station license is no longer required for any vessel traveling in U.S.A.waters which uses a VHF marine radio, RADAR, or EPIRB (Emergency PositionIndicating Radio Beacon), and which is not required to carry radio equipment.However, any vessel required to carry a marine radio on an international voyage,carrying a HF single side band radiotelephone, or carrying a marine satellite terminal must obtain a station license.FCC license forms and applications for ship and land stations can be downloadedthrough the internet at www.fcc.gov/forms. Forms can also be obtained by callingthe FCC at 888-225-5322.International Station LicenseIf your vessel will be entering the sovereign waters of a country other than theU.S.A. or Canada, you should contact that country's communications regulatoryauthority for licensing information.Radio Call SignCurrently, the FCC does not require recreational boaters to have a license. The United States Coast Guard recommends that the boat’s registration number and state of registry (e.g. Illinois 1234 AB) be used as a call sign and be clearly visible on the vessel.Canadian Ship Station LicenseYou may need a license if your vessel is operated in Canadian waters. Please contactthe nearest field office or write: Industry of Canada, Radio Regulatory Branch, Attn: DOSP, 300 Slater Street, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada K1A 0C8.User Responsibility and Operating LocationsAll users are responsible for observing domestic and foreign government regulationsand are subject to severe penalties for violations. The VHF frequencies on your radioare reserved for marine use and require a special license to operate from land,including when your boat is on its trailer.NOTEThis 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 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 80 of the FCC Rules, or violation of type acceptance requirements of part 2 of the Rules.VHF Marine Radio ProtocolsVHF Marine Radio Protocols
Nothing comes close to a Cobra®6EnglishVHF Marine RadioProcedures Voice Calling7VHF Marine Radio Procedures •Maintain Your Watch Whenever your boat is underway, the radio must be turned On and be tuned to Channel 16 except when being used for messages.PowerTry one (1) watt first if the station being called is within a few miles. If there is no answer, switch to a higher power. This will conserve your battery and you will sound better since your signal will not overpower the nearby station.Calling Coast Stations Call a coast station on its assigned channel. You may use Channel 16 when you do not know the assigned channel.Calling Other Vessels Call other vessels on Channel 16 or on Channel 9. (Channel 9 is preferred for recreational vessel use.) You may also call on ship-to-ship channels when you know that the vessel is listening on a ship-to-ship channel.Limits On CallingYou must not call the same station for more than 30 seconds at a time. If you do not get a reply, wait at least two (2) minutes before calling again. After three (3) calling periods, wait at least 15 minutes before calling again.Change ChannelsAfter contacting another station on a calling channel, change immediately to a channel which is available for the type of message you want to send.Station IdentificationIdentify, in English, your station by your FCC call sign, ship name, the state registrationnumber, or other official number at both the beginning and end of each message.Prohibited CommunicationsYou MUST NOT transmit:■ False distress or emergency messages.■ Messages containing obscene, indecent, or profane words or meaning.■ General calls, signals, or messages (messages not addressed to a particularstation) on Channel 16, except in an emergency or if you are testing your radio.■ When you are on land.Voice Calling •To Call Another Vessel Or A Shore Installation Such As A Lock Or Bridge Tender:■ Make sure your radio is On.■ Select Channel 16 and listen to make sure it is not being used. NOTEChannel 9 may be used by recreational vessels for general-purpose calling. This frequency should be used whenever possible to relieve congestion on Channel 16.■ When the channel is quiet, press the Talk button and call the ship you wish tocall. (Hold the microphone a few inches from your face and speak directly into it in a normal tone of voice — clearly and distinctly.) Say “[name of station being called] THIS IS [your vessel’s name or call sign].”■ Once contact is made on the calling channel, you must switch to a proper working channel. See the channel listing on page 14.The vessel Corsair calling the vessel Vagabond:Corsair: “Vagabond, this is Corsair.”Vagabond: “Corsair, this is Vagabond. Reply 72 (or any proper working channel).”Corsair: “72” or “Roger”■ After communications are completed, each vessel must sign off with its call sign or vessel name and switch to Channel 16.NOTEFor best sound quality at the station your calling, hold the microphone on thefront of the radio at least two (2) inches (5 cm) from your mouth and slightly off to one side. Speak in a normal tone of voice.VHF Marine Radio Protocols VHF Marine Radio ProtocolsFor Example
Nothing comes close to a Cobra®Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI)98EnglishDigital Selective CallingDigital Selective Calling (DSC) •Digital Selective Calling is a semi-automated system for establishing a radio call. It has been designed by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) as an international standard for VHF, MF, and HF calls and is part of the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS). DSC will eventually replace aural (listening) watches on distress frequencies and will be used to announce routine and urgent maritime safety informationbroadcasts. Until DSC is fully implemented, it is still necessary to maintain alistening watch on Channel 16.The DSC system allows mariners to instantly send a distress call with GPS position coordinates (requires a GPS receiver to be connected to the radio) to the Coast Guard and other vessels within range of the transmission. DSC also allows mariners to initiate and receive distress, urgent, safety, routine, position request, position send, and group calls between vessels equipped with DSC capable radios.VHF Marine Radio Protocols VHF Marine Radio ProtocolsMaritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI) •An MMSI is a nine (9) digit number used on a marine radio capable of using DigitalSelective Calling (DSC). It is used to selectively call other vessels or shore stationsand is similar to a telephone number.For your CobraMarine™radio to operate in the DSC mode, you must enter yourMaritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI) number. See page 53 for instructions on how to enter it.The MMSI Number Is Available In The U.S.A. From Any Of Three (3) Sources:■ BoatU.S.: 1-800-563-1536 – www.boatus.com/mmsi■ Maritel: 1-888-Maritel (1-888-627-4835)■ Sea Tow International: 1-631-765-3660 – www.seatow.comIn Canada, Contact:■ Industry Canada, Victoria District Office (only available on the Internet):http://strategis.ic.gc.ca/SSG/sf01032e.htmlTo Obtain an MMSI Number Outside the U.S.A.Users can obtain an MMSI from their country’s telecommunications authority or ship registry. This may involve amending or obtaining a ship station license.WARNING This equipment is designed to generate a digital maritime distress and safety signal to facilitate search and rescue. To be effective as a safety device, this equipment must be used only within communication range of a shore-based VHF marine channel to distress and safety watch system. The range of the signal may vary, but under normal conditions should beapproximately 20 nautical miles.
MAYDAYPANSECURITENothing comes close to a Cobra®10 EnglishRadiotelephone Calls Emergency Messages and Distress Procedure11Radiotelephone Calls •Boaters may make and receive telephone calls to and from any number on thetelephone network by using the services of Public Coast Stations. Calls can be made — for a fee — between your radio and telephones on land, sea, and in the air.See pages 14 through 23 for the Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) channels.If you plan to use these services, consider registering with the operator of the Public Coast Station that you plan to work through. Those services can provide you with detailed information and procedures to follow.CAUTIONAlthough using these services will not damage your radio, you may discloseprivileged information during a radiotelephone call. Keep in mind that yourtransmission is not private, as it is on a regular telephone. Both sides of theconversation are being broadcast and can be heard by anyone who has a radio and tunes to the channel you are using.Emergency Messages and Distress Procedure •The ability to summon assistance in an emergency is the primary reason to have a VHF marine radio. The marine environment can be unforgiving, and what may initially be a minor problem can rapidly develop into a situation beyond your control.The Coast Guard monitors Channel 16, responds to all distress calls, andcoordinates all search and rescue efforts. Depending on the availability of other capable vessels or commercial assistance operators in your vicinity, Coast Guard or Coast Guard Auxiliary craft may be dispatched.In any event, do communicate with the Coast Guard (on Channel 22A after calling on Channel 16) as soon as you experience difficulties and before yoursituation becomes an emergency. Use the emergency message procedures onlyafter your situation has become grave or you are faced with a sudden dangerthreatening life or property and requiring immediate help. If you are merely out of gas, do not send an emergency message. Drop your anchor and call a friend or marina to bring the fuel you need or give you a tow.Marine Emergency SignalsThe three (3) spoken international emergency signals are:The distress signal MAYDAY is used to indicate that a station is threatened by grave and imminent danger and requests immediate assistance.The urgency signal PAN is used when the safety of the vessel or person is in jeopardy. (This signal is properly pronounced pahn.)The safety signal SECURITE is used for messages about the safety of navigation orimportant weather warnings. (This signal is properly pronounced see-cure-it-tay.)When using an international emergency signal, the appropriate signal is to be spoken three (3) times prior to the message.If You Hear A Distress CallYou must give any message beginning with one (1) of these signals priority over any other messages. ALL stations MUST remain silent on Channel 16 for the duration of the emergency unless the message relates directly to the emergency.If you hear a distress message from a vessel, stand by your radio. If it is not answered, YOU should answer. If the distressed vessel is not nearby, wait a short time for others who may be closer to acknowledge. Even if you cannot render direct assistance, you may be in a position to relay the message.VHF Marine Radio Protocols VHF Marine Radio Protocols
For ExampleNothing comes close to a Cobra®Emergency Messages and Distress Procedure1312 EnglishEmergency Messages and Distress ProcedureMarine Distress ProcedureSpeak slowly — clearly — calmly.1. Make sure your radio is On.2. Select VHF Channel 16.3. Press Talk button and say: “MAYDAY — MAYDAY — MAYDAY.” (Or “PAN — PAN — PAN,” or “SECURITE — SECURITE — SECURITE.”)4. Say: “THIS IS [your vessel name or call sign].”5. Say: “MAYDAY (or “PAN” or “SECURITE”) [your vessel name or call sign].6. Tell where you are: (what navigational aids or landmarks are near).7. State the nature of your distress.8. State the kind of assistance needed.9. Give number of persons aboard and conditions of any injured.10. Estimate present seaworthiness of your vessel.11. Briefly describe your vessel (length, type, color, hull).12. Say: “I WILL BE LISTENING ON CHANNEL 16.”13. End message by saying: “THIS IS [your vessel name or call sign] OVER.”14. Release Talk button and listen. Someone should answer. If not, repeat the call, beginning at Item 3 above.Keep the radio nearby. Even after your message has been received, the Coast Guardcan find you more quickly if you can transmit a signal for a rescue boat to hone in on.“Mayday — Mayday — Mayday”“This is Corsair — Corsair — Corsair” (or “Illinois 1234 AB” three (3) times)“Mayday Corsair (or Illinois 1234 AB)”“Navy Pier bears 220 degrees magnetic — distance five (5) miles”“Struck submerged object and flooding — need pump and tow”“Four adults, three children aboard — no one injured”“Estimate we will remain afloat one half (1⁄2) hour”“Corsair (or Illinois 1234 AB) is 26 foot sloop with blue hull and tan deck house”“I will be listening on Channel 16”“This is Corsair (or Illinois 1234 AB)”“Over”It is a good idea to write out a script of the message form and post it where you and others on your vessel can see it when an emergency message needs to be sent.Marine Distress Procedure – DSC •Once your radio is connected to a GPS device and is properly set-up with yourMMSI, simply lifting the red door and pressing the red button will automaticallysend a complete distress call on Channel 70. See the DSC Operation section on pages 60 to 73 for further information and page 60 instruction on sending a manual DSC distress call.VHF Marine Radio Protocols VHF Marine Radio Protocols
14 EnglishVHF Marine Channel AssignmentsVHF Marine Radio ProtocolsNothing comes close to a Cobra®VHF Marine Channel Assignments15VHF Marine Radio ProtocolsChannel Use01 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)01A Port Operations and Commercial, VTS in selected areas02 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)03 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)03A Government Only04 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port Operations, Ship Movement04A West Coast (Coast Guard Only); East Coast (Commercial Fishing) 05 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port Operations, Ship Movement05A Port Operations, VTS in selected areas06 Intership Safety07 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port Operations, Ship Movement07A Commercial08 Commercial (Intership Only)09 Boater Calling Channel, Non-Commercial (Recreational)10 Commercial11 Commercial, VTS in selected areas12 Port Operations, VTS in selected areas13 Intership Navigation Safety (Bridge-to-Bridge). In U.S. waters, large vessels maintain a listening watch on this channel.14 Port Operations, VTS in selected areas15 Environmental (Receive Only). Used by class C EPIRB’s.15 Canada (EPIRB Buoys Only); International (On-Board Communication)16 International Distress, Safety and Calling 17 State Controlled (U.S.A. Only)Channel Channel Map Frequency PowerNumber USA Int’l Canada Transmit Receive Limits01 ••156.050 160.65001A •156.050 156.05002 ••156.100 160.70003 ••156.150 160.75003A •156.150 156.15004 •156.200 160.80004A •156.200 156.20005 •156.250 160.85005A ••156.250 156.25006 •••156.300 156.30007 •156.350 160.95007A ••156.350 156.35008 •••156.400 156.40009 •••156.450 156.45010 •••156.500 156.50011 •••156.550 156.55012 •••156.600 156.60013 •••156.650 156.650 1 Watt USA and CAN14 •••156.700 156.70015 •Rx Only 156.75015 ••156.750 156.750 1 Watt CAN and INT16 •••156.800 156.80017 •••156.850 156.850 1 Watt USA and CAN
Nothing comes close to a Cobra®VHF Marine Channel Assignments1716 EnglishVHF Marine Channel AssignmentsChannel Use18 Port Operations, Ship Movement18A Commercial19 Port Operations, Ship Movement19A Commercial20 Canada (Coast Guard Only); International (Port Operations, Ship Movement)20A Port Operations 21 Port Operations, Ship Movement21A U.S. (Government Only); Canada (Coast Guard Only)22 Port Operations, Ship Movement22A U.S. and Canadian Coast Guard Liaison and Maritime Safety InformationBroadcasts that are announced on Channel 1623 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)23A Government Only 24 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)25 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)26 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)27 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)28 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)60 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)61 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port Operation, Ship Movement61A U.S. (Government Only); Canada (Coast Guard Only); West Coast (Coast Guard Only); East Coast (Commercial Fishing)62 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port Operations, Ship Movement62A West Coast (Coast Guard Only); East Coast (Commercial Fishing) VHF Marine Radio Protocols VHF Marine Radio ProtocolsChannel Channel Map Frequency PowerNumber USA Int’l Canada Transmit Receive Limits18 •156.900 161.50018A ••156.900 156.90019 •156.950 161.55019A ••156.950 156.95020 •••157.000 161.600 1 Watt CAN20A •157.000 157.00021 ••157.050 161.65021A ••157.050 157.05022 •157.100 161.70022A ••157.100 157.10023 ••157.150 161.75023A •157.150 157.15024 •••157.200 161.80025 •••157.250 161.85026 •••157.300 161.90027 •••157.350 161.95028 •••157.400 162.00060 ••156.025 160.62561 •156.075 160.67561A ••156.075 156.07562 •156.125 160.72562A • 156.125 156.125
Channel Channel Map Frequency PowerNumber USA Int’l Canada Transmit Receive Limits63 •156.175 160.77563A •156.175 156.17564 ••156.225 160.82564A ••156.225 156.22565 •156.275 160.87565A •••156.275 156.27566 •156.325 160.92566A •••156.325 156.325 1 Watt CAN67 •••156.375 156.375 1 Watt USA68 •••156.425 156.42569 •••156.475 156.47570 •••RX only 156.52571 •••156.575 156.57572 •••156.625 156.62573 •••156.675 156.67574 •••156.725 156.72577 •••156.875 156.875 1 Watt USA and CANNothing comes close to a Cobra®VHF Marine Channel Assignments1918 EnglishVHF Marine Channel AssignmentsChannel Use63 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port Operations, Ship Movement63A Port Operations and Commercial, VTS in selected areas64 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port Operations, Ship Movement64A U.S. (Government Only); Canada (Commercial Fishing)65 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port Operations, Ship Movement65A Port Operations66 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port Operations, Ship Movement66A Port Operations67 U.S. (Commercial). Used for bridge-to-bridge communications in lowerMississippi River (Intership Only); Canada (Commercial Fishing), S&R68 Non-Commercial (Recreational)69 U.S. (Non-Commercial, Recreational); Canada (Commercial Fishing Only);International (Intership, Port Operations, Ship Movement)70 Digital Selective Calling (Voice communications not allowed)71 U.S. and Canada (Non-Commercial, Recreational); International (Port Operations, Ship Movement)72 Non-Commercial (Intership Only)73 U.S. (Port Operations); Canada (Commercial Fishing Only); International (Intership, Port Operations, Ship Movement)74 U.S. (Port Operations); Canada (Commercial Fishing Only); International (Intership, Port Operations, Ship Movement)77 Port Operations (Intership only). Restricted to communications with pilots for movement and docking of ships.VHF Marine Radio Protocols VHF Marine Radio Protocols
Channel Channel Map Frequency PowerNumber USA Int’l Canada Transmit Receive Limits78 •156.925 161.52578A ••156.925 156.92579 •156.975 161.57579A ••156.975 156.97580 •157.025 161.62580A ••157.025 157.02581 •157.075 161.67581A ••157.075 157.07582 •157.125 161.72582A ••157.125 157.12583 ••157.175 161.77583A ••157.175 157.17584 •••157.225 161.82584A •157.225 157.22585 •••157.275 161.87585A •157.275 157.27586 •••157.325 161.92586A •157.325 157.32587 •••157.375 161.97587A •157.375 157.37588 •••157.425 162.02588A •157.425 157.425NOTE Many of the plain numbered channels, such as 01, 02, and 03, transmit andreceive on different frequencies. This is termed duplex operation. The rest of the plain numbered channels and all of the A channels, such as 01A, 03A, and 04A, transmit and receive on a single frequency, which is termed simplexoperation. Your radio automatically adjusts to these conditions. When in simplexoperation, the A icon will appear on the LCD (see illustration on page A3).Nothing comes close to a Cobra®VHF Marine Channel Assignments2120 EnglishVHF Marine Channel AssignmentsChannel Use78 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)78A Non-Commercial (Recreational)79 Port Operations, Ship Movement79A Commercial (Also Non-Commercial only in Great Lakes)80 Port Operations, Ship Movement80A Commercial (Also Non-Commercial only in Great Lakes)81 Port Operations, Ship Movement81A U.S. (Government Only; Environmental Protection Operations)82 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port Operation, Ship Movement82A U.S. (Government Only); Canada (Coast Guard Only)83 Canada (Coast Guard Only)83A U.S. (Government Only); Canada (Coast Guard Only)84 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)84A Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)85 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)85A Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)86 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)86A Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)87 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)87A Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)88 Public Correspondence (Ship to Coast). In U.S. only within 75 miles of Canadian Border.88A Commercial Intership onlyNOTE All channels are pre-programmed at the factory according to internationalregulations and those of the FCC (U.S.A.) and Industry Canada (Canada). They cannot be altered by the user nor can modes of operation be changedbetween simplex and duplex.VHF Marine Radio Protocols VHF Marine Radio Protocols
Nothing comes close to a Cobra®VHF Marine Channel Assignments2322 EnglishVHF Marine Channel AssignmentsVHF Marine Channel Assignments in the U.S.A. •Distress, Safety, and CallingChannel 16Getting the attention of another station (calling) or in emergencies (distress and safety).Calling Channel 9General purpose (non-emergency) calling by non-commercial vessels. Recreational boaters are urged to use this channel to reduce congestion on Channel 16.Intership SafetyChannel 6Ship-to-ship safety messages and for search and rescue messages to Coast Guard ships and aircraft.Coast Guard LiaisonChannel 22ATo talk to the Coast Guard (non-emergency) after making contact on Channel 16.Non-CommercialChannels 68*, 69, 71, 72, 78, 79*, 80*Working channels for small vessels. Messages must be about needs of the vessel, such as fishing reports, berthing, and rendezvous. Use Channel 72 only for ship-to-ship messages.CommercialChannels 1, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 18, 19, 63, 67, 72, 79, 80, 88*Working channels for working ships only. Messages must be about business orneeds of the ship. Use Channels 8, 67, 72, and 88 only for ship-to-ship messages.Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)Channels 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 84, 85, 86, 87, 88*For calls to marine operators at public coast stations. You can make and receivetelephone calls through these stations.Port OperationsChannels 1*, 5*, 11, 12*, 14*, 20, 63*, 65, 66, 73, 74, 77*Used for directing the movement of ships in or near ports, locks, or waterways.Messages must be about operational handling, movement, and safety of ships. NavigationalChannels 13, 67Channels are available to all vessels. Messages must be about navigation, includingpassing or meeting other vessels. These are also the main working channels formost locks and drawbridges. You must keep your messages short and power outputat no more than one (1) watt.Maritime ControlChannel 17For talking to vessels and coast stations operated by state or local governments.Messages must be about regulation and control, boating activities, or assistance.Digital Selective CallingChannel 70This channel is set aside for distress, safety, and general calling using only digitalselective calling techniques. Voice communication is prohibited; your radio cannottransmit voice messages on this channel.WeatherChannels Wx 1 thru 10Receive-only channels for NOAA weather broadcasts. You cannot transmit on them.NOTE*These channels are restricted to the listed uses in certain parts of the country or for certain types of users only. Consult FCC rules or a knowledgeable radio operator before using them.VHF Marine Radio Protocols VHF Marine Radio Protocols
IntroductionNothing comes close to a Cobra®World City Time Zones2524 EnglishWorld City Time ZonesIntroductionLongitudinal Zone Offset CityE172.50 to W172.50 -12 IDLW (International Date Line West)W172.50 to W157.50 -11 NomeW157.50 to W142.50 -10 HonoluluW142.50 to W127.50 -9 Yukon STDW127.50 to W112.50 -8 Los AngelesW112.50 to W097.50 -7 DenverW097.50 to W082.50 -6 ChicagoW082.50o to W067.50 -5 New YorkW067.50 to W052.50 -4 CaracasW052.50 to W037.50 -3 Rio de JaneiroW037.50 to W022.50 -2 Fernando de NoronhaW022.50 to W007.50 -1 Azores IslandLongitudinal Zone Offset CityW007.50 to E007.50 GMT + 0 LondonE007.50 to E022.50 +1 RomeE022.50 to E037.50 +2 CairoE037.50 to E052.50 +3 MoscowE052.50 to E067.50 +4 Abu DhabiE067.50 to E082.50 +5 MaldivesE082.50 to E097.50 +6 DhuburiE097.50 to E112.50 +7 BangkokE112.50 to E127.50 +8 Hong KongE127.50 to E142.50 +9 TokyoE142.50 to E157.50 +10 SydneyE157.50 to E172.50 +11 Solomon IslandsE172.50 to W172.50 +12 Auckland
Nothing comes close to a Cobra®26 EnglishNOAA Weather Channels Included in This Package27NOAA Weather Channels •Monitoring the weather will probably be a frequent use of your radio. The NationalOceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) provides continuous, around-the-clockbroadcasts of the latest weather information. Taped weather messages run every four (4)to six (6) minutes and are revised every two (2) or three (3) hours, or as needed. TheCoast Guard also announces weather and other safety warnings on Channel 16 and DSCChannel 70. It then broadcasts the warning on Channel 22A. Smart boaters keep an eyeon safety and an ear to the radio — and never let the weather catch them unaware.NOAA Emergency Weather AlertIn the event of a major storm or other weather condition requiring vessels at sea or on other bodies of water to be notified, NOAA broadcasts a 1050 Hz tone that receiverssuch as your CobraMarine™VHF radio can detect and warn you of a Weather AlertCondition. When the Weather Alert mode on your radio is On, this signal will producethe Weather Alert Alarm Tone from the speaker and a flashing “Weather Alert” messageon the LCD to signal that a weather alert is being broadcast. To hear the warning itself,you will need to switch to the Weather Channel you selected.TestTo test this system, NOAA broadcasts the 1050 Hz signal every Wednesday sometimebetween 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. in each local time zone. Any receiver that can detect theweather alert tone may use this feature to verify that this feature is functioning properly.Weather FrequencyChannel RX Frequency MHz1 162.5502 162.4003 162.4754 162.4255 162.4506 162.5007 162.5258 161.6509 161.77510 163.275Included in This Package •You should find all of the following items in the package with your CobraMarine™VHF radio:Transceiver* Transceiver Flush Mount KitMicrophone/SpeakerTransceiver Dash Mount KitSpare Fuse (6A, 250V)Operating Instruction ManualVHF Marine Radio Protocols Installation and Start-UpWarning StickerMic/Spkr Mounting Kit* The term transceiver will be used to identify the main unit containing the LCD screen and controls.Radio will be used to identify the entire equipment including transceiver, microphone/speaker,antenna, and any attached external speakers.
Nothing comes close to a Cobra®Mounting and Powering The Radio2928 EnglishMounting and Powering The RadioMounting and Powering The Radio •Before using your CobraMarine™VHF radio, it must be installed on your vessel.Installing Your RadioChoose a location for your radio where it will be conveniently accessible with thefollowing factors in mind:■ The leads to the battery and the antenna are best kept as short as possible.■ The antenna must be mounted at least three (3) feet from the transceiver.■ The radio and all speakers need to be far enough from any magnetic compass to avoid deviation due to the speaker magnet.■ There needs to be free air flow around the heat-sink fins on the back of the transceiver.Surface MountA dash mounting kit is included with your CobraMarine™VHF radio to allow itsinstallation on or under the dash.Bracket Mount Above Or Below TheDash, A Shelf, Or On The Overhead:1. Use the mounting bracket as atemplate to drill holes for themounting screws.2. Attach the mounting bracket to the chosen surface.3. Attach the transceiver to the mounting bracket with the locking knobs.4. Tilt the transceiver to a convenient angle and tighten the locking knobs.Installation and Start-Up Installation and Start-UpMicrophone BracketTo Install The Microphone Bracket:1. Install the microphone bracket on a vertical surface near the transceiver using the supplied stainless steel screws.In-Dash MountA flush mounting kit is included with your CobraMarine™VHF radio to allow its installation in the dash.To Mount The Transceiver Flush In The Dash:1. Use the supplied template to mark and cut an opening in the dash.CAUTION Before cutting, be sure the area behind the dash is clear of any instruments or wires that might bedamaged in the process.2. Insert the transceiver into the opening.3. Attach the mounting brackets to the sides of the transceiver with the adjusting screw flanges facing the back of the dash.4. Tighten the adjusting screws against the back of the dash until the flange on the front of the transceiver is tight against the dash.Dash Mounting KitMicrophone BracketUse Supplied TemplateInsert TransceiverAdjust ScrewsAttach Mounting BracketsArtwork to come.Tilt Lock Knobs
Warning StickerFCC regulations require that the warning sticker supplied with this radio be applied to a spot where it is easily seen by the radio operator. Be sure the location is clean and dry before applying the sticker.Electrical Power ConnectionYour CobraMarine™VHF radio ispowered from the vessel’s 13.8-voltnegative ground direct current electricalsystem (12 volt nominal). A fused powerconnection lead is provided at the backof the transceiver.To Attach An Electrical Power Connection:1. Attach the black power wire to anegative ground.2. Attach the fused red power wire tothe positive side of the power system.CAUTION A reverse polarity connection will damage the radio.Nothing comes close to a Cobra®Antenna Requirements and Attachment3130 EnglishAntenna Requirements and Attachment •Antenna RequirementsYour CobraMarine™VHF radio requires an external marine antenna to send signals into the air and to receive them. The radio is arranged to use any of the popular marine VHF antennas, but it is up to you to choose which antenna to use.Since it represents the link between your radio and the outside world, Cobra®suggests you purchase the best quality antenna, coaxial cable, and connectors you can. This is best accomplished with the advice and guidance of a knowledgeable dealer who can assess the variables involved with your particular boat and preferences.WARNING Compliance with FCC requirements for Radio Frequency Exposure is the responsibility of both the antenna installer and the radio operator.Safe Maximum Permissible Exposure (MPE) RadiusTo avoid health hazards from excessive exposure to RF energy, FCC OETBulletin 65 establishes an MPE radius of 10' (3 m) for the maximum power of your radio with an antenna having a maximum power gain of 9 dBi. This means that all persons must be at least 10' (3 m) away from the antenna when the radio is transmitting.Installation RequirementsA) An omnidirectional antenna with a gain not greater than 9 dBi must be mounted at least 16.4' (5 m) above the highest deck where people may be during radio transmissions, measured vertically from the lowestpoint of the antenna. This provides the minimum separation distance to comply with RF exposure requirements and is based on the MPE radius of 10' (3 m) plus the 6.6' (2 m) height of an adult.B) For vessels without structure to mount the antenna as described in A, it must be mounted as follows AND all persons must be outside the 10' (3 m) MPE radius during radio transmissions. The antenna must be mounted so that its lowest point is at least 3.3' (1 m) vertically above the heads of all persons during radio transmissions.Installation and Start-Up Installation and Start-UpMounting and Powering The RadioRear ViewBlack CablePositive (+)Red CableNegative (–)Warning Sticker+–
Nothing comes close to a Cobra®External Devices and Connections 3332 EnglishAntenna Attachment andExternal Devices and ConnectionsInstallation and Start-Up Operating Your RadioRadio Operator RequirementsDo not transmit when anyone is within the MPE radius of the antenna unlessthat person or persons are shielded from the antenna by a grounded metallicbarrier. This is especially important on vessels with antennas mounted asdescribed in B where no one may be within 9' (2.8 m) horizontally from thebase of the antenna during transmissions.FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE ABOVE LIMITS MAY EXPOSE THOSE WITHIN THE MPE RADIUS TO RF ENERGY ABSORBTION IN EXCESS OF THE FCCMAXIMUM PERMISSIBLE EXPOSURE. IT IS THE RADIO OPERATOR’SRESPONSIBILITY TO INSURE THAT MPE LIMITS ARE HEEDED AND THAT NO ONE IS WITHIN THE MPE RADIUS DURING TRANSMISSIONS.Antenna Lead AttachmentOnce the antenna is installed, the coaxial cable lead can be attached to the socket at the back of the transceiver.CAUTION Attempting to transmit without an antenna attachedwill damage your CobraMarine™VHF radio.External Devices and Connections •Your CobraMarine™VHF radio is set up to connect auxiliary devices for navigation,convenience, and added versatility. As is the case with the antenna, choosing thesedevices is best done with the advice and guidance of a knowledgeable dealer.Standard connectors are provided on the front and back of the transceiver.Microphone/Speaker Attachment Connect the microphone to the cord socket located at the left side of the front of the transceiver.To Connect The Microphone/Speaker Attachment:1. Align the connector and push it firmly into the socket.2. Tighten the captive nut to hold the connector in place.3. Slide the waterproof sleeve over the nut until it seats in the recess around the socket.Global Positioning System (GPS) Device (Not Included)Cobra®strongly recommends that you obtain and connect a GPS device to your CobraMarine™VHF radio. By having a GPS connected, your position will be continuously indicated on the LCD and, most importantly, it will be includedautomatically in any DSC distress message you may need to send. That will take the “search” out of “search and rescue.”To Install A GPS Device:1. Install the GPS device in a convenient location according to its manufacturer’s directions.2. Run the NMEA standardized output lead from the GPS to the back of thetransceiver and connect it to the GPS interface cable on the transceiver.Coaxial Cable SocketStandard ConnectorsGlobalPositioningSystem (GPS)PowerConnectionExternalSpeakerAntennaMicrophone Attachment
Nothing comes close to a Cobra®Getting Started3534 EnglishExternal Devices and Connections External Speaker (Not Included)An external speaker can provide greater volume to hear messages than the speaker incorporated in the CobraMarine™microphone/speaker.To Install An External Speaker:1. Connect the speaker lead to the standard jack on the back of the transceiver.The speaker portion of the CobraMarine™microphone/speaker will be muted when an external speaker is connected.Public Address Speaker (Hailer) (Not Included)At times, it may be handy to hail other boats or give instructions to line handlers on the dock. Your CobraMarine™VHF radio can be switched to operate in the Public Address mode through an attached PA speaker.To Install A Public Address Speaker:1. Connect the PA speaker lead to the standard jack on the back of the transceiver.Getting Started •Refer to the foldout on the front cover of this manual to identify the various controls and indicators on your radio.Throughout this manual you will be instructed to press or to press and hold buttons on the radio or on the microphone/speaker. Press means a momentary press, then release; press and hold means to hold the button down for three (3) seconds or more.Tones and AlarmsWhen your CobraMarine™VHF radio is On, you can expect to hear the following tones and alarms. The volume of these sounds is controlled by the circuitry in the radio and is not affected by the volume set with the On-Off Power/Volume knob.Confirmation ToneSingle high-pitched beep confirms all button presses except the Talk button. It can be turned On or Off. See Set-up Routines on page 40.Error Tone Single low-pitched beep indicates an invalid button press.DSC Distress Alarm Loud, continuous, low-pitched series of closely spaced, three (3) beep groups. Press any button to turn it Off. This alarm sounds for:■ Distress call send, receive, and acknowledgement■ Distress Relay call received■ All Ships call receivedNOTEThis alarm sounds only for DSC Distress calls on Channel 70. It does not sound for Voice calls on Channel 16 — you still must listen for those.Operating Your Radio Operating Your RadioExternal Speaker PA Speaker
Nothing comes close to a Cobra®Getting Started3736 EnglishGetting StartedDSC Geographical Alarm Loud, continuous, medium-pitched, high-low tones (warble) — sounds when a Geographical call is received. Press any button to turn it Off.DSC Position Request AlarmMedium-loud, continuous, low-pitched series of closely spaced, four (4) beeps [three (3) short – one (1) long] groups — sounds when a Position Request call is received. Press any button to turn it Off.DSC Individual AlarmMedium-loud, continuous, medium-pitched, two (2) beep groups — sounds when an Individual call is received. Press any button to turn it Off.Weather AlarmMedium-loud, continuous, medium-pitched series of one-half (1⁄2) second beeps spaced one-half (1⁄2) second apart — sounds when Weather Alert is turned On and NOAA sends a 1050 Hz weather alert tone on the selected weather channel. Press any button to turn it Off. Switch to the selected weather channel to hear the NOAA alert message.Power On-OffTransceiver power can be turned On or Off by the On-Off Power/Volume knob on the transceiver or the Volume Up button on the microphone/speaker.To Turn Your Radio On Or Off:1. Press and hold the On-Off Power/Volume knob on the transceiver or the Volume Up button on the microphone/speaker.When the radio is powered On, the Confirmation Tone will sound and the LCD will show all segments for two (2)seconds. All buttons will be inoperative during these two (2) seconds.After two (2) seconds, the radio will return to the settings in effect when it was last powered Off, the LCD will show the corresponding information, and all controls will beoperative. The radio will then be in Standby mode.VolumeThe On-Off Power/Volume knob on the transceiver and the Volume Up/Down buttons on the microphone/speakercontrol the speaker volume. The volume adjustment appliesonly to what you hear from the speaker and does not affectthe volume of your outgoing messages. That is controlled by the circuitry of your radio.To Increase The Volume You Can Choose One Of The Following:a. Turn the On-Off Power/Volume knob clockwise.b. Press and release the Volume Up button on the microphone/speaker.To Decrease The Volume You Can Choose One Of The Following:a. Turn the On-Off Power/Volume knob counter-clockwise.b. Press and release the Volume Down button on themicrophone/speaker.When adjusting the volume while using the microphone/speaker, press and hold the Volume Up or Volume Downbuttons for rapid advance.Operating Your Radio Operating Your RadioOn-Off Power/VolumeVolume Down ButtonOn-Off Power/Volume?Squelch KnobSquelch KnobCompetitorIllustration G
IntroductionNothing comes close to a Cobra®Product Features3938 EnglishProduct FeaturesIntroductionSquelchSquelch control filters weak signals and radio frequencynoise so that you can more clearly hear the signals you want. You can think of it as a variable barrier that blockswhat you don’t want to hear.To Squelch Your Radio:1. With the Squelch knob turned fully counter-clockwise,turn the On-Off/Volume knob clockwise until you hear ahissing (noise) sound.NOTEThe Volume Up/Down buttons on the microphone/speaker cannot be used in the Squelch process. You must use the On-Off Power/Volume knob.2. Turn the Squelch knob clockwise until the hissing sound stops. Turning the Squelch further clockwise (higher bearier) will filter weak and medium strength signals until only the strongest signal can get through at the highest Squelch setting.To Receive Weaker Signals:1. Turn the Squelch knob counterclockwise (lower bearier).If the Squelch is set so that you can hear a continuoushissing sound, the Scan and Tri-Watch functions will be blocked.Standby and ReceiveStandby is the usual mode for the radio whenever it is turned On.From Standby Mode, You Can:■ Change your radio’s settings using Set-Up Routines.■ Receive messages on the current channel as well as DSC messages.■ Receive NOAA alerts if Weather Alert mode is turned On.■ Switch to Transmit mode using the Talk button.NOTECoast Guard alerts are broadcast on Channel 16 and DSC Channel 70. You need to monitor Channel 16 to hear the alerts, then switch to Channel 22 to hearthose warnings. DSC warnings will sound the Geographical Call Alarm andautomatically switch your radio to Channel 22 to hear the warning.While the radio is in Standby mode, the Receive mode is entered whenever a strong enough signal to break Squelch is sent to the radio. You will hear themessage through whichever speakers are connected to the radio.To Change The Channel You Are Listening To, You Can Choose One Of The Following:a. Press the Up/Down buttons. This will take you to the next higher or lower VHF channel. (When on Channel88A, the next higher channel is Channel 1 and vice versa.) For rapid advance, press and hold the Up or Down button. (The Confirmation Tone will sound only for the button press, not during rapid advance.)b. Press the Channel 16/9 button. This will take you toChannel 16 with one press and to Channel 9 with asecond press. Additional presses will toggle betweenChannels 16 and 9. Press and hold the Channel 16/9button to return to Standby mode.c. Press the Weather/UIC button. This will toggle the radiobetween Standby and Weather Radio modes. When inWeather Radio mode, the Up/Down buttons will changethe Weather Channel.Up/Down ButtonsChannel 16/9 ButtonWeather/UIC ButtonSquelch KnobTurn Till Hissing SoundLower BearierTurn Till Hissing StopsStandby Mode
Nothing comes close to a Cobra®Set-Up Routines4140 EnglishSet-Up RoutinesSet-Up Routines •Settings MenuThe Settings menu in the CobraMarine™VHF radio allows you to turn On and Offmany of its features, to adjust other features to suit your preferences, and to enteryour User MMSI number.To Enter The Settings Menu:1. Press and hold the Call/Set button. The Settings menu will appear on the LCD.After entering the Settings menu, you can scroll through it to make as many entries as you like. Whenever the setting selection arrow appears in a feature portion of the menu, it will point to the setting that was in effect when you entered the menu.When you are finished with changes, you can exit the Settings menu and return to Standby mode.To Exit The Settings Menu:1. Use the Up/Down buttons to scroll down to EXIT at the bottom of the menu.2. With the arrow pointing to EXIT, press the Call/Setbutton to return the radio to Standby mode.NOTEBasic Set-Up routines are described here. For Set-Uproutines that apply specifically to a particular function,they are included in the section for that function.LCD BacklightThe LCD has a backlight lamp to make it visible in the dark. This lamp can be adjusted for brightness or turned Off.To Adjust The Backlight Level:1. Enter the Settings menu and scroll to LAMP ADJ(Lamp Adjustment) with the Up/Down buttons.2. Press the Call/Set button and observe the currentbacklight setting — HIGH, MEDIUM, LOW or OFF.3. Use the Up/Down buttons to switch to the setting you want.4. Press the Call/Set button to select the backlight setting.5. Use the Up/Down buttons to scroll to EXIT.6. Press the Call/Set button to return to the Settings menu.When the backlight is turned On to any intensity, the lamp will be lit whenever the radio is On.LCD ContrastThe LCD backlight will not be visible in daylight, but the LCD contrast can be adjusted to make it easier to read in different light conditions.To Change The Contrast:1. Enter the Settings menu and scroll to CONTRASTwith the Up/Down buttons.2. Press the Call/Set button and observe the currentcontrast setting — a number between 01 and 07.3. Use the Up/Down buttons to increment the number up or down.4. Press the Call/Set button to select a contrast level.5. Use the Up/Down buttons to scroll to EXIT.6. Press the Call/Set button to return to the Settings menu.Operating Your Radio Operating Your RadioLamp AdjustmentHigh SettingContrastContrast SettingCall/Set ButtonSettings MenuUp/Down ButtonsExit Menu
Nothing comes close to a Cobra®Set-Up Routines4342 EnglishSet-Up RoutinesConfirmation ToneThe Confirmation Tone sounds when your CobraMarine™VHF radio is turned Onand to confirm all button presses except for the Talk button. If you would prefer not to hear the Confirmation Tone, you can turn it Off and On as you choose.To Turn The Confirmation Tone On Or Off:1. Enter the Settings menu and scroll to KEY TONE with the Up/Down buttons.2. Press the Call/Set button and observe the currentconfirmation tone setting — ON or OFF.3. Use the Up/Down buttons to switch to the setting you want.4. Press the Call/Set button to select the setting.5. Use the Up/Down buttons to scroll to EXIT.6. Press the Call/Set button to return to the Settings menu.Time OffsetAll VHF, DSC, and GPS activities use a 24-hour clock and Universal CoordinatedTime (UTC) which was formerly known as Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). For timeinputs to be converted to local time, you need to enter the hour offset of your localtime zone from Greenwich. (See Worldwide City Timezone Chart on pages 24 – 25.)To Change The Time Offset:1. Enter the Settings menu and scroll to TIME OFST(Time Offset) with the Up/Down buttons.2. Press the Call/Set button and observe the current setting.3. Use the Up/Down buttons to change to the setting foryour local time zone.4. Press the Call/Set button to select the setting.5. Use the Up/Down buttons to scroll to EXIT.6. Press the Call/Set button to return to the Settings menu.NOTEIf you leave the Time Offset at zero, the LCD will show the time as UTC. If you enter the hour offset for your time zone, the LCD will show the local time. In either event, DSC messages will always be based on UTC.U.S.A./International/Canada Channel MapsThree (3) sets of VHF channels have been established for marine use in the U.S.A., Canada, and the rest of the world (International). Most of the channels are the same for all three (3) maps, but there are definite differences (see table on pages 14 through 23). Your radio has all three (3) maps built into it and will operate correctly in whichever area you choose.To Set Your Radio For The Area In Which You Will Be Using It:1. From Standby mode, press and hold the Weather/UICbutton. The radio will shift one channel map and theActive Channel Map will show on the top line of the LCD.2. Repeat step 1 to shift to the next channel map(s) in the sequence U.S.A., INTL (International), CAN(Canada) then back to U.S.A.The radio will return to Standby mode each time the button is released.Operating Your Radio Operating Your RadioKey ToneTone SettingWeather/UIC ButtonActive Channel MapTime OffsetSet TimePlease advise onscreen illustration to pick up.
45Nothing comes close to a Cobra®Voice Transmission44 EnglishVoice TransmissionVoice Transmission •Voice TransmissionTransmit mode gives you the ability to communicate with safety services, othervessels, and shore stations. When you use this capability, be sure to follow theprocedures and to observe the courtesies that govern its use so everyone benefits.(The tables on pages 14 through 23 will help you select the proper channels.)Before pressing the Talk button to transmit a message, you should select theappropriate channel and transmit power output.ChannelsYou can transmit voice messages on most VHF channels. Refer to the VHF MarineChannel Assignments on pages 14 through 23 to select a channel according to thetype of message you are going to send.To Change The Channel You Can Choose From One Of The Following:a. Press the Up/Down buttons. This will take you to the next higher or lower VHF channel. (When on Channel88A, the next higher channel is Channel 1 and vice versa.) For rapid advance, press and hold the Up or Down buttons. (The Confirmation Tone will sound only for the button press, not during rapid advance.)b. Press the Channel 16/9 button. This will take you toChannel 16 with one (1) press and to Channel 9 with a second press. Additional presses will toggle betweenChannel 16 and Channel 9. Press and hold the Channel16/9 button to return to Standby mode.Up/Down ButtonsChannel 16/9 ButtonOperating Your Radio Operating Your RadioTransmit Power OutputYour radio can transmit selectively at one (1) or twenty-five (25) watts of power. Cobra®suggests you maintain the low power setting for short-rangecommunications and to avoid overpowering nearby stations with your signal. Use the high power setting for long-range communications or when you do not receive a response to a signal sent at one (1) watt.To Toggle Between The High And Low Power Modes:1. Press the High/Low Power button. The LCD will show which mode is in effect.Some channels are restricted to use at a maximum of one (1) watt. Your radio will automatically set the power to Low Power mode when you select those channels.If, in an emergency, you need to increase the output poweron these channels for your signal to be heard, you canoverride the Low Power mode by pressing and holding the High/Low Power button.Transmit A MessageTo Transmit A Message:1. Check to see that your unit is set to a proper channel for the type of message you plan to send.2. Toggle to the Low Power setting.3. With the microphone about two (2) inches (5 cm) fromyour mouth, press and hold the Talk button and speak intothe microphone. Transmit will be indicated on the LCD.4. Release the Talk button when you are finished speaking. Your unit can only operate in either the Transmit or theReceive mode at any given time. You will not hear theresponse to your message unless the Talk button is released.NOTEIf the Talk button is held down for five (5) minutes, the radio will automatically cease transmitting to prevent unwanted signal generation. As soon as the Talk button is released, it can be pressed again to resume transmission.High/Low Power ButtonLow PowerLow Power Setting2 Inches From MouthTalk ButtonTransmit ModePlease advise onscreen illustration to pick up.Please advise onscreen illustration to pick up.HDI needs to Illustratewith the 75 Microphone.Please advise onscreen illustration to pick up.
Nothing comes close to a Cobra®Weather Radio and Alerts4746 EnglishVoice TransmissionPublic AddressAnother form of voice transmission is available on your radio. It can be used in PA (Public Address) mode to hail other vessels or people near the shore if you have mounted and connected an optional PA speaker.To Switch The Radio From RF Transmit To PA Mode:1. Enter the Settings menu and scroll to PA MODEwith the Up/Down buttons.2. Press the Call/Set button and observe the current setting — ON or OFF.3. Use the Up/Down buttons to change to the setting.4. Press the Call/Set button to select the setting.5. Use the Up/Down buttons to scroll to EXIT.6. Press the Call/Set button to return to the Settings menu.To Broadcast On The PA Speaker:1. Switch to the PA mode.2. Press the Talk button and speak into the microphone.NOTE While in the PA mode:■ When the Talk button is pressed, the output is directed to the PA speaker and not transmitted as a radio signal through the antenna.■ Received radio messages will be directed to the PA speaker unless the Talk button is pressed.NOAA All Hazards/Weather Radio And Alerts •NOAA broadcasts weather information as described in the NOAA Weather Channelssection on page 26 of this manual. You can listen to these ten (10) Receive-onlychannels at any time.NOTEOnly one (1) or two (2) of the weather channels will be operating in any given location. You will need to select the channel with the strongest signal in yourlocation. This is the channel the radio will scan for the Weather Alert Signal.To Listen To The Weather Channels:1. From Standby mode, press the Weather/UIC button. Theunit will enter the Weather mode and show it on the LCD.2. Press the Up/Down buttons to change the weatherchannels — hold the button for fast advance.3. To exit the Weather mode and return to Standbymode, press the Weather/UIC button again.Weather Alert Set-UpYou must have Weather Alert mode turned On to benefit from the Weather AlertCondition signal described in the NOAA Weather Channels Section on page 26.To Turn Weather Alert On:1. Enter the Settings menu and scroll to WX ALERT(Weather Alert) with the Up/Down buttons.2. Press the Call/Set button and observe the current setting — ON or OFF.3. Use the Up/Down buttons to change to the setting. 4. Press the Call/Set button to select the setting.5. Use the Up/Down buttons to scroll to EXIT.6. Press the Call/Set button to return to theSettings menu.Operating Your Radio Operating Your RadioPA ModeOff ModeTalk ButtonSettings MenuWeather AlertOn ModeWeather/UIC ButtonWeather ModeUp/Down ButtonsSettings MenuPlease advise onscreen illustration to pick up.
Nothing comes close to a Cobra®Advanced Operation4948 EnglishWeather Radio and Alerts and Advanced OperationWeather Alert SignalWhen NOAA broadcasts a weather alert signal and your radio is in the Weather Alert mode, you will hear a continuous audible tone. The alert indicators will sound regardless of what channel you are operating on as soon as a NOAA alert signal is received.When You Hear The Alert:1. Press any key to turn Off the alert alarm and LCD indicator.2. Switch to the weather channel you selected to hear the NOAA emergency broadcast.Advanced Operation •Cobra®has incorporated several features in your CobraMarine™VHF radio to giveyou quick access to the voice calling channels and to let you monitor more than one channel at once.Channel 16/9This function gives you quick access to calling Channel 16 and Channel 9 — from any operational mode.To Switch To Channel 16 Or Channel 9:1. Press the Channel 16/9 button to change to Channel 16.2. Press the Channel 16/9 button again to change toChannel 9.Additional presses of the Channel 16/9 button will toggleback and forth between the two channels.To exit the Channel 16/9 mode and return to the previouschannel, press and hold the Channel 16/9 button.While at Channel 16 or Channel 9 in the Channel 16/9mode, you can also press the Up/Down buttons to change to other channels. In that event, another press of the Channel 16/9 button will switch your radio to Channel 16 and the sequence will start over at step 1.Tri-WatchTri-Watch gives you one (1) button access to scan the three (3) locations of mostimportance to you. Channel 16 and Channel 9 will always be included as scannedlocations. The remaining location will be the VHF channel in effect when you enter Tri-Watch mode.NOTEThe radio must be Squelched for Tri-Watch to function. See page 36for Squelch procedure.To Enter Tri-Watch Mode:1. In Standby mode, use the Up/Down buttons to go to the channel you want to add as the third location to be scanned.2. Press the Tri-Watch button.Tri-Watch will be indicated on the LCD and the radio willscan among Channel 16, Channel 9, and the third Tri-Watchlocation you selected. A signal on any one (1) of the three (3)channels will stop the scan for ten (10) seconds to allow youto listen to the traffic on the channel. The channel numberwill be displayed on the LCD during the ten (10) seconds.To Exit Tri-Watch Mode:1. Press the Tri-Watch button. The radio will return to Standby mode.During An Incoming Transmission, You Can Choose From The Following:a. Press the Talk button to remain on that Tri-Watch location and return to Standby mode.b. Press the Up/Down buttons to resume scanning Tri-Watch locations.If you do not press any buttons within ten (10) seconds, your radio will automatically resume scanning Tri-Watch locations.Operating Your Radio Operating Your RadioUp/Down Buttons?Tri-Watch ButtonTri-Watch ModeChannel 16/9 ButtonChannel 16Please advise on screen illustration to pick up.Please advise on screen illustration to pick up.Please advise on screen illustration to pick up.
Nothing comes close to a Cobra®Advanced Operation5150 EnglishAdvanced OperationDuring Scanning (While Not Receiving A Transmission), You Can Choose From The Following:a. Press the Talk button to communicate on the last Tri-Watch location scanned and return to Standby mode.b. Press the Up/Down buttons to change the scan direction.ScanMemory Scan mode is similar to the Tri-Watch mode except that it will scan as many channels as you choose. NOTEThe radio must be Squelched for the Memory Scan mode to function. See page 36 for Squelch procedure.Memory ChannelsYou can program (or tag) any or all channels to be scanned in the Memory Scanmode. These tagged channels can be scanned using Memory Scan mode.To Program Memory Channels:1. Select a channel to be tagged using the Up/Down buttons. 2. Press and hold the Memory Scan/Memory Clear buttonfor three (3) seconds. The channel will be tagged forscanning and MEM (Memory Channel) will appear next to the channel number on the LCD whenever that channelis selected.The radio will return to Standby mode as soon as theMemory Scan/Memory Clear button is released.Repeat steps 1 through 2 to tag as many more channels as you wish.To Clear Memory Channels:1. Select a channel to be cleared from a memory tagging using the Up/Down buttons. 2. Press and hold the Memory Scan/Memory Clearbutton for three (3) seconds. The channel will beuntagged and MEM (Memory Channel) will no longerappear next to the channel number on the LCD whenever that channel is selected.The radio will return to Standby mode as soon as the Memory Scan/Memory Clear button is released.Repeat steps 1 through 2 to clear additional channels from memory locations.Memory ScanDuring Memory Scan, the radio will rapidly switch from tagged channel to taggedchannel. Whenever any activity is detected, the radio will stop the scan for ten (10)seconds to allow you to listen briefly on that channel. It will then continue to scanunless you switch out of the Scan mode.NOTE If there are fewer than two (2) channels tagged, the Memory Scan mode will not be available. [See “To Program Memory Channels” to tag at least two (2) channels.]To Enter Memory Scan:1. From Standby mode, press the Memory Scan/Memory Clear button.The radio will immediately begin to scan the channels youtagged. MEM SCAN (Memory Scan) will show on the LCD. To Exit Memory Scan:1. From Memory Scan mode, press the MemoryScan/Memory Clear button.2. This will return the radio to Standby mode on the last scanned memory location.Operating Your Radio Operating Your RadioUp/Down ButtonsUp/Down ButtonsMemory Scan/ClearMemory ChannelMemory ChannelMemory Scan/ClearMemory Scan/ClearMemory Scan ModeIs Subhead appropriate?Please advise on screen illustration to pick up.Is Subhead appropriate?Please advise on screen illustration to pick up.Please advise on screen illustration to pick up.
Nothing comes close to a Cobra®DSC Set-Up5352 EnglishAdvanced Operation and DSC Set-UpDuring An Incoming Transmission, You Can Choose From The Following:a. Press the Talk button to remain on that memory location and end scanning. This will return the radio to Standby mode.b. Press the Up/Down buttons to resume scanning memory locations.If you do not press any buttons within ten (10) seconds, your radio willautomatically resume scanning memory locations.During Scanning (While Not Receiving A Transmission), You Can Choose From The Following:a. Press the Talk button to communicate on the last memory location scanned and return to Standby mode.b. Press the Up/Down buttons to change scan direction.DSC Set-Up •Digital Selective Calling — DSC — employs digital RF signals which tend to carryfurther and be less susceptible to distortion from noise and atmospheric conditionsthan analog ones. The result is greater range and more reliable message delivery per watt of output power.But, that is not the only advantage of DSC equipped radios. Those radios are set upto interface with GPS and to automate many of the operations involved in sendingand receiving messages. That results in more compact and accurate messages andless congestion of the airwaves.The price of these benefits to the user is the time it takes to do the set-up needed to make the DSC features work. A little time spent when your radio is new will paydividends over its life.These procedures use the Settings menu. Refer to page 38 for information onentering and exiting the Settings menu.User MMSI NumberThis nine (9) digit number is similar to a telephone number in that it is a unique identifier for you and your vessel. DSC uses this number in every message it sends and receives. That is why your radio will not operate in the DSC mode until you enter your MMSI number. You should enter it as soon as you receive it from one of the issuing agencies listed on page 9.To Enter Your MMSI Number:1. Enter the Settings menu and scroll to USER MMSIwith the Up/Down buttons.2. Press the Call/Set button and the blinking cursor willappear at the first digit under USER MMSI ID ENTRY.3. Use the Up/Down buttons to scroll through the numberlist to that digit of your number.4. Press the Call/Set button to select the digit and theblinking cursor will move to the next digit of the number.5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 until all nine (9) digits of yourMMSI number are entered.6. Check that you have entered the number correctly.7. Press and hold the Call/Set button to return to theSettings menu.If You Incorrectly Enter Your MMSI NumberYou can repeat steps 1 through 7 to correct it. HOWEVER,YOU CAN DO THIS ONLY ONCE! A third attempt to enter an MMSI number will result in an error message as shown.Pressing the Call/Set button from the error message will return the radio to the Settings menu.Once the error message appears, the radio will still operate in all non-DSC modes. But you will have to return it to Cobra®Electronics (see Product Service on page 77 for details) for reset before you can enter your MMSI number and use the radio in DSC mode.Operating Your Radio Operating Your RadioSettings MenuUser MMSI ID EntryScrollError MessageCall/Set Button
Nothing comes close to a Cobra®DSC Set-Up5554 EnglishDSC Set-UpBecause the MMSI number is so important to DSC operation, this limitation isimposed on all DSC capable radios to prevent constant changes and the potentialintroduction of errors in the process. If, for any reason, it is necessary to change the MMSI number in the radio more than once, you can return it to Cobra®Electronics for reset.If You Transfer Your Radio To A Different VesselContact the MMSI issuing agency from which you obtained your number and change the informationassociated with your number to correspond to vessel in which it will be mounted.To View Your MMSI Number At Any Time:1. Enter the Settings menu and scroll to USER MMSI with the Up/Down buttons.2. Press the Call/Set button and the blinking cursor will appear at the first digit of your already entered number under USER MMSI ID ENTRY.3. Press and hold the Call/Set button to return to the Settings menu.DSC ScanningIf you choose not to have your radio scan Channel 70, you can turn DSC scanning Off. If you do so, you can still send DSC messages, but will not hear DSC alarms nor receive DSC messages except when you are tuned to Channel 70 or you have sent a Distress message. The acknowledgement to the Distress message will be received whether DSC Scanning is On or Off.To Turn DSC Scanning On Or Off:1. Enter the Settings menu and scroll to DSC SCANwith the Up/Down buttons.2. Press the Call/Set button and observe the current setting — ON or OFF. 3. Use the Up/Down buttons to select the setting that you want.4. Press the Call/Set button to return to the Settings menu.Group MMSI NumberNautical organizations such as yacht clubs and the organizers of events such as regattas can establish group MMSIs. These allow a message to be sent automatically to all members of the group without having to call each one individually.Each member of the group must enter the group MMSI number in his radio in order to receive group messages.To Enter A Group MMSI Number:1. Enter the Settings menu and scroll to GROUP MMSI with the Up/Down buttons.2. Press the Call/Set button and the blinking cursor willappear at the first digit under GROUP MMSI ID ENTRY.3. Use the Up/Down buttons to scroll through the number list to that digit of your number.4. Press the Call/Set button to select the digit and theblinking cursor will move to the next digit of the number.5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 until all nine (9) digits of the group MMSI number are entered.6. Check that you have entered the number correctly.7. Press and hold the Call/Set button to return to the Settings menu.The group MMSI is established by modifying the MMSIassigned to one (1) of the group members. The last digit of that member’s MMSI number is dropped and a zero (0) is inserted at the beginning. For example, member MMSInumber 366123456 becomes group MMSI number036612345.Group MMSIs can be entered and changed any number of times without encountering the need to have yourradio reset.Settings MenuUser MMSI ID EntryScrollSettings MenuOn ModeDSC ScanGroup MMSI ID EntrySettings MenuGroup MMSIOperating Your Radio Operating Your Radio
Nothing comes close to a Cobra®5756 EnglishDSC Set-UpDSC Set-UpOperating Your Radio Operating Your Radio
Reply TypeThe ability to send your position to another station is an added feature of DSC radios that have GPS attached. It is handy for rendezvous and rescue situations.Your CobraMarine™VHF radio allows you to choose whether to have the radio automaticallyrespond to all position requests it receives or to alert you to a position request andallow you to choose whether to respond or not — manual reply.To Set The Position Request Reply Type:1. Enter the Settings menu and scroll to POS RPLY(Position Reply) with the Up/Down buttons.2. Press the Call/Set button and observe the current setting — AUTO or MANUAL.3. Use the Up/Down buttons to change the setting.4. Press the Call/Set button to select the setting.5. Use the Up/Down buttons to scroll to EXIT.6. Press the Call/Set button to return to the Settings menu.Individual DirectoryDSC calling allows you to call another vessel or stationdirectly if you know its MMSI number. Your CobraMarine™VHF radio allows you to store up to ten (10) names and their associated MMSI numbers for quick access. To Enter Or Edit Names And MMSI Numbers In The Directory:1. Enter the Settings menu and scroll to INDV DIRwith the Up/Down buttons.2. Press the Call/Set button to enter a memory location (01-10).3. Use the Up/Down buttons to scroll through the memory locations to one you want to select.Nothing comes close to a Cobra®DSC Set-Up5958 EnglishDSC Set-Up4. Press and hold the Call/Set button to select the memory location. The cursor will begin to blink at the first character under NAME.5. Use the Up/Down buttons to scroll through the character list.6. Press the Call/Set button to select a character. This will alsomove the blinking cursor to the next character under NAME.7. Repeat steps 5 and 6 to enter additional characters — up to a maximum of nine (9) — for the name.8. After entering the name, press and hold the Call/Setbutton to move the blinking cursor to the first characterunder MMSI.9. Use the Up/Down buttons to scroll through the number list.10. Press the Call/Set button to select the number and move the cursor to the next character under MMSI.11. Repeat steps 9 and 10 until the nine (9) digit MMSI is entered.12. Press and hold the Call/Set button to move to the next memory location or exit.13. Select NEXT or EXIT with the Call/Set buttons.If NEXT is selected, pressing the Call/Set button willmove to the next memory location where another name can be entered by repeating steps 3 through 11.If EXIT is selected, pressing the Call/Set button will return you to the Settings menu.You can enter a total of ten (10) names and MMSI numbers in the directory.Auto ModeSettings MenuPosition ReplyNumber ListSettings MenuIndividual DirectoryLocationOperating Your Radio Operating Your RadioNameNext
2. Choose one (1) of the following:a. To Send An Automatic Distress Call:1). Press and hold either the Distress button or the Call/Set button.b. To Send A Manual Distress Call:1). Use the Up/Down buttons to move the arrow to MANUAL.2). Press the Call/Set button to go to the Position Entry screen.3). Use the Up/Down buttons to manually set the position of your vessel.4). Press the Call/Set button to send the message.5). Press and hold either the Distress button or theCall/Set button.c. To Abort The Distress Call Process:If you pressed the Distress button by mistake or if you havenot received an acknowledgement and want to discontinuethe automatic resending of your Distress message:1). Use the Up/Down buttons to move the arrow to EXIT.2). Press the Call/Set button to return to Standby.The Distress Alarm will sound to let you know that themessage is being sent. At the end of the transmission, the radio will maintain a watch on Channels 16 and Channel 70 for an acknowledgement. Press any button to turn Off the alarm and return to Standby mode.If an acknowledgement is received, the Distress Alarm will sound again and the responding party’s MMSI number will show on the LCD.If no acknowledgement is received, the radio will resend the message at approximately four (4) minuteintervals until an acknowledgement is received or you abort the Distress call.Nothing comes close to a Cobra®DSC Operation6160 EnglishDSC OperationDSC Operation •Sending DSC calls is done from menus similar to the Settings menu. Whereasentering the Settings menu required a press and hold of the Call/Set button, the sending menus appear with a press of the Call/Set or Distress buttons.All received DSC calls will sound one or another of the alarms to alert you to them. See page 34 for descriptions of the different alarms. Pressing any button will turn Off the alarm while maintaining the received call information on the LCD. Sending Distress CallsThe ability to send and receive Distress calls and their acknowledgements on Channel 70 can literally be a lifesaver for you or another mariner.NOTEThe DSC call will:■ Sound the Distress alarm at all receiving stations.■ Inform receiving stations of your identity (MMSI).■ Inform receiving stations of your position if you have a GPS device connected or you have manually entered your position.It will not provide the receiving stations with other Distress information such as the nature of your problem, number of persons aboard, injuries, or the like. For that, you will have to communicate by voice on Channel 16 with the station that acknowledges your DSC Distress call.To Begin Sending A DSC Distress Call:1. From Standby, lift the spring-loaded red door on the transceiver and press the red button under it. This will open the Distress menu with the arrow pointing to SEND. You will have three (3) choices:■Send the Distress call automatically with either no position information if a GPS is not connected or with the position provided by a connected GPS.■ Manually enter your position, then send the Distress call.■Abort the Distress call process and return to Standby mode.Distress ButtonSending a Distress CallDistress or Call/Set Operating Your Radio Operating Your RadioDistress WaitingMMSI NumberMMSI NumberManualPosition Entry ScreenEXIT Screen
Nothing comes close to a Cobra®DSC Operation6362 EnglishDSC OperationReceiving Distress CallsIf your vessel is within range of a DSC Distress call, the radio will receive the call, sound the Distress alarm, and switch to Channel 16.When A Distress Call Is Heard:1. Press any button to turn Off the alarm.2. Read and write down the Distress information on the LCD (there may or may not be position data shown), then determine whether you should answer the call.3. Press one (1) of the following three (3) buttons to switch from Distress Call Receive to Standby mode: Call/Set button, Channel 16/9 button, or Talk button.4. Respond, if appropriate, by pressing and holding the Talk button to transmit on Channel 16.NOTEYour radio will automatically switch to Channel 16 upon receiving a DSC Distress call.Sending Distress Relay CallsYour radio cannot send Distress Relay calls. Only large ships and shore stations with specially equipped radios can send these calls.Receiving Distress Relay CallsYour radio will respond to a received Distress Relay call in the same way as it will to a Distress call.Sending An All Ships CallsA DSC All Ships call is used for the same urgency and safety purposes as the Panand Securite voice calls as well as to send routine messages to all stations at once.It will reach all stations within range of your radio. If you have an urgent, but notlife-threatening, situation or a safety warning to broadcast to all vessels in your area,this is the type of call to use. It should be used judiciously for routine calls.To Send An All Ships Call:1. In Standby select a channel on which you want tocommunicate for a routine call. (The radio will useChannel 16 for urgent and safety calls.)2. Press the Call/Set button to enter the Call Send menu.3. Use the Up/Down buttons to scroll to ALL SHIPS.4. Press the Call/Set button to move to the message type menu.5. Use the Up/Down buttons to select a message type or EXIT.6. Press the Call/Set button to send the message or return to Standby if EXIT was chosen.7. Depending on the type of message you chose, the radio will automatically switch to a voice channel.a. After URGENT and SAFETY calls, the radio willswitch to Channel 16 and wait for you to press the Talkbutton to send the urgent or safety message by voice.b. After a ROUTINE call, the radio will switch to thechannel you selected in step 1 and wait for you to pressthe Talk button to send the routine message by voice.DSC equipped radios that receive your message will beautomatically switched to Channel 16 or the channel youselected to hear your voice message.Urgency WaitingAll ShipUrgencyRoutine WaitingOperating Your Radio Operating Your RadioDistress Info on LCD
Nothing comes close to a Cobra®DSC Operation6564 EnglishDSC OperationReceiving An All Ships CallAll Ships calls sent by stations within range of your radio will sound the Distress alarm on your radio and switch your radio to Channel 16.When An All Ships Call Is Heard:1. Press any button to turn Off the alarm.2. Read and write down the MMSI of the vessel sending the call as well as the date and time of the call in caseyou will want to respond.3. Listen to the voice message sent on the channel yourradio was switched to by the incoming All Ships call.4. Press one of the following three (3) buttons to switch from All Ships Call Receive to Standby mode:Call/Set button, Channel 16/9 button, or Talk button.Sending A Geographical CallYour radio cannot send Geographical calls. Only large ships and shore stations with specially equipped radios can send these calls.Receiving A Geographical CallGeographical calls are sent by specially equipped radios to all stations in a particular geographical area to alert only those stations of the call and not stations in unaffected areas. If you are in an area to which a Geographical call is made, it will sound the Geographical alarm on your radio and switch your radio to the channel chosen by the sending station.When A Geographical Call Is Heard:1. Press any button to turn Off the alarm.2. Read and write down the MMSI of the vessel sending the call as well as the date and time of the call in case you will want to respond.3. Listen to the voice message sent on the channel yourradio was switched to by the incoming Geographical call.4. Press one of the following three (3) buttons to switch from Geographical Call Receive to Standby mode:Call/Set button, Channel 16/9 button, or Talk button.Sending An Individual CallThe DSC Individual call feature allows you to notify one (1), and only one (1), station that you want to communicate with that station. It does not alert all other stations within range that you will be sending a message as a voice call on Channel 16 or Channel 9 would.To Send An Individual Call:1. In Standby select a channel on which you want to communicate.2. Press the Call/Set button to enter the Call Send menu.3. Use the Up/Down buttons to scroll to INDIVIDUAL.4. Press the Call/Set button to move to the individual directory.5. Use the Up/Down buttons to select the name you want to call from the directory.6. Press the Call/Set button to send the message or return to Standby if EXIT was chosen.If the radio you are calling sends back an automatic DSC response of “able to comply,” both your radio and the called radio will be switched to the channel you selected in step 1 and the Individual alarm will sound on both radios. Wait for a voice message from the called station.If the called radio does not send the “able to comply”response as at step 7, your radio will wait eight (8) seconds and resend the message. If an “unable to comply” response or no reply is received, your radio will go to the NO REPLY menu.At the NO REPLY menu, you can choose SEND or EXIT with the Up/Down buttons. If you choose SEND, your radio will restart the Individual call. If you choose EXIT you will be returned to the INDIVIDUALlocation on the Call Send menu.MMSI NumberCall Send MenuSelect NameRestart the Individual CallGeographical CallOperating Your Radio Operating Your Radio?
Nothing comes close to a Cobra®DSC Operation6766 EnglishDSC OperationReceiving An Individual CallWhen another station makes an Individual call to your radio,the Individual alarm will sound, the caller will be identifiedon the LCD, and your radio will be switched to the channelselected by the caller. Press any button to turn Off the alarm.To Receive An Individual Call:1. Press the Talk button and greet the caller — almost as if you were answering the telephone.Sending A Group CallSending a group call is very similar to sending an Individual call, except that the Group MMSI is used and the resend and DSC responses do not apply.To Send A Group Call:1. In Standby select a channel on which you want to communicate.2. Press the Call/Set button to enter the Call Send menu.3. Use the Up/Down buttons to scroll to GROUP.4. Press the Call/Set button to move to the SENDor EXIT menu.5. Use the Up/Down buttons to select SEND or EXIT.6. Press the Call/Set button to send the message or return to the Call Send menu if EXIT was chosen.All radios will be switched to the channel selected in step 1. Press and hold the Talk button to send your voice message to everyone in the group.Anyone in the group can now also transmit on that channel.Press the Call/Set button and an Up/Down buttonsimultaneously to exit from the channel selected for the Group call.Receiving A Group CallWhen another station makes a Group call to your radio, the Individual alarm will sound, the caller will be identifiedon the LCD, and your radio will be switched to the channelselected by the caller, just as for an Individual call. Press any button to turn Off the alarm.To Receive A Group Call:1. Listen for the Group voice message.2. Press the Talk button and respond only if appropriate.Sending A Position RequestPosition Request mode enables a DSC radio to obtain the position (latitude and longitude) of a station that has a GPS device connected to the DSC radio at that station.To Request The Position Of Another Station:1. From Standby press the Call/Set button to enter the Call Send menu.2. Use the Up/Down buttons to scroll to POS REQST (Position Request) on the menu.3. Press the Call/Set button to enter the Individual Directory menu.4. Use the Up/Down buttons to scroll to the name of the station whose position you want to request.Caller Identified Caller IdentifiedIndividual DirectoryPosition RequestCall Send MenuCall Send MenuHigh Operating Your Radio Operating Your RadioPlease advise on screen illustration to pick up.GroupSEND Menu/Exit
Nothing comes close to a Cobra®DSC Operation6968 EnglishDSC Operation5. Press the Call/Set button.Your radio will send the position request and there will be one (1) of three (3) possible responses:■You will receive the position.■You will receive NO POSITION DATA, meaning thestation you queried is not connected to a GPS device and cannot send its position.■You will receive NO REPLY, meaning the operator of that station has chosen not to reply to your request.6. Choose one (1) of the following:a. If You Receive A Position:The requested position with the station name and MMSI will show on your screen.1). Press the Call/Set button to return to Standbymode after you have noted the station’s position.b. If The Station You Called Cannot Send Its Position:NO POSITION DATA will show on your screen.1). Press the Call/Set button to return to the Individual Directory menu.2). Use the Up/Down buttons to scroll to EXIT.3). Press the Call/Set button to return to the Call Send menu.4). Use the Up/Down buttons to scroll to EXIT.5). Press the Call/Set button to return to Standby.c. If The Station You Called Chose Not To Reply:NO REPLY will show on your screen.You will have two choices: ■RESEND the request.■EXIT the Position Request mode.a. To Resend Your Position Request:1). Use the Up/Down buttons to scroll to RESEND.2). Press the Call/Set button.b. To Exit The Position Request Mode:1). Use the Up/Down buttons to scroll to EXIT.2). Press the Call/Set button to return to the Individual Directory menu.3). Use the Up/Down buttons to scroll to EXIT.4). Press the Call/Set button to return to the Call Send menu.5). Use the Up/Down buttons to scroll to EXIT.6). Press the Call/Set button to return to Standby.Receiving a PositionNo Position DataResend The RequestOperating Your Radio Operating Your Radio
Nothing comes close to a Cobra®DSC Operation7170 EnglishDSC OperationReceiving A Position RequestWhen you went through the DSC Set-Up process, you set a Position Request ReplyType. (See page 58 to change your setting.) Depending on the setting you chose,when a Position Request message is received, your radio will enter either:■The Auto Reply mode.■The Manual Reply mode.When The Radio Is In Auto Reply Mode: A Position Request will sound the Position Requestalarm and show the name of the requesting station on the LCD. Your radio will automatically respond. It will send your position, if you have a GPS connected to your radio or NO POSITION DATA, if you do not have a GPS device connected.1. Press any button to silence the alarm and exit the display.When The Radio Is In The Manual Reply Mode: A Position Request message will sound the PositionRequest alarm and show the name of the requesting station. You can choose to:■Reply and send your position.■Exit without sending your position.a. If You Choose To Reply With Your Position:1). Use the Up/Down buttons to select SEND.2). Press the Call/Set button to send your position.3). Press any button to return to Standby.b. If You Choose Not To Reply:1). Use the Up/Down buttons to select EXIT.2). Press the Call/Set button to return to Standby without sending your position.Sending A Position SendPosition Send uses your connected GPS in similar fashion to the Position Requestfunction, except that you initiate the activity to let another station know where you are.To Send A Position Send Message:1. Press the Call/Set button to enter the Call Send menu.2. Use the Up/Down buttons to scroll to POS SEND(Position Send).3. Press the Call/Set button to enter the Individual Directory.4. Use the Up/Down buttons to select the station to which you want to send your position.5. Press the Call/Set button to send your position.After your position is sent, the LCD will show POS SEND.You will have two (2) choices.■Resend your position to the same station.■Exit from Position Send mode.a. To Resend Your Position:1). Use the Up/Down buttons to select SEND.2). Press the Call/Set button to resend your position.b. To Exit From The Position Send Mode:1). Use the Up/Down buttons to select EXIT.2). Press the Call/Set button to return to the Call Send menu.Requesting StationEnter Call Send MenuOperating Your Radio Operating Your RadioScroll to POS SENDIndividual DirectoryPosition SendExitRequesting StationReply Station
Nothing comes close to a Cobra®DSC Operation7372 EnglishDSC OperationCall WaitingCall Waiting functions similarly to the Caller ID function on your telephone. It will capture the caller’s MMSI identification number and any other data included in a DSC message.NOTEThe Call Waiting memory can hold up to twenty (20) messages. Once the memory becomes full, each new call will erase the oldest call information on a first-in-first-out basis.To Enter Call Waiting And Review Messages Received While In DSC Standby:1. From Standby mode, press the Call/Set button to enter the Call Send menu.2. Use the Up/Down buttons to scroll to CALLWAIT (Call Waiting).3. Press the Call/Set button to enter the Call Waiting mode.The first message will appear on the LCD and the third line will show the type of message — INDIVIDUALor DISTRESS.To Scroll Through All Of The Messages:1. Use the Up/Down buttons to move from message to message in the Call Waiting memory.To Clear Messages From The Call Waiting Memory:1. Use the Up/Down buttons to select the message you want to delete.2. Press and hold the Memory Scan/Memory Clear button for one (1) second or more.The selected message will be deleted and the next messagein the memory will show on the LCD. You can delete eachmessage in turn by repeating steps 1 and 2.To Exit The Call Waiting Mode:Press the Call/Set button to return to Standby mode.Name and PositionCall/Set ButtonMemory Scan/ClearUp/Down ButtonsCall WaitingStandby ModeOperating Your Radio Operating Your RadioReceiving A Position SendWhen another station sends you its position in PositionSend mode, the Individual alarm will sound and the station’sname and position will be shown on the LCD. Press anybutton to turn Off the alarm and return to Standby mode.Standby SignalIf you will be away from your radio or otherwise unable to answer calls, you can put the radio into DSC Standby mode. When in DSC Standby mode, your radio will log all calls received into its Call Waiting memory and respondautomatically to Individual calls with an UNATTENDED message. You will then be able to retrieve those calls from the Call Waiting memory.NOTEThe Call Waiting memory can retain up to twenty (20) calls. See the following section for information on Call Waiting.To Enter Standby Mode:1. From Standby press the Call/Set button to enter the Call Send menu.2. Use the Up/Down buttons to select STANDBY.3. Press the Call/Set button to enter DSC Standby mode.The radio will then remain in DSC Standbymode until you exit from that mode.To Exit DSC Standby Mode:1. From DSC Standby mode, press the Call/Setbutton to return the radio to Standby mode.Call/Set ButtonUp/Down ButtonsReviewing MessagesStandby ModePlease advise on screen illustration to pick up.DSC Standby Mode
Nothing comes close to a Cobra®Specifications7574 EnglishMaintenance and TroubleshootingSpecifications •GeneralFrequency Range: TX 156.025 to 157.425 MHzFrequency Range: RX 156.050 to 163.275 MHzNumber of Channels All U.S.A., Canadian, and International 10 NOAA Weather ChannelsChannel Spacing 25 kHzModulation 5 kHz Max.Input Voltage 13.8 VDCCurrent Drain: Stand-by 20 mAReceive 200 mATransmit 5A @ High power 1A @ LowTemperature Range -20˚ C to 60˚ CUnit Dimensions 6.25" x 2.25" x 7.125" (15.9 cm x 5.7 cm x 18 cm) Unit Weight (Lbs) 2.0ReceiverFrequency Range 156.050 to 163.275 MHzReceiver Type Double Conversion SuperheterodyneSensitivity: 20 dB Quieting 0.35 uV12 dB Sinad 0.30 uVAdjacent Channel Selectivity -60 dBIntermodulation and Rejection -60 dBSpurious and Image Rejection -60 dBAF Output 4 Watts @ 8 OhmsTransmitterFrequency Range: TX 156.025 to 157.425 MHzRF Output Power 1 and 25 WattsSpurious Emissions -60 dB High -55 dB LowMicrophone Type DynamicFrequency Stability +/-5 ppmFM Hum and Noise -45 dBNo display on LCD whenradio is turned On Improper powerconnection Insure power connectionsare proper and secureWill transmit at one (1) watt, but not at five (5) wattsSelected channel islimited to one (1) watt Switch to another channelWill not transmit Selected channel islimited to receive only Switch to another channelNo sound from speaker Volume level is too low orSquelch level is too deep Readjust Volume and SquelchNo answer to calls Out of range of other stationSignal is blocked by terrainSwitch to twenty-five (25)watts or move closerMove until you have a “line-of-sight” to the other stationDSC Distresscannot be sent MMSI (DSC self-identification)number is not enteredEnter your MMSI numberProblem Possible Cause(s) Solution(s)Operating Your Radio Operating Your RadioMaintenance •Very little maintenance is required to keep your CobraMarine™VHF radio in goodoperating condition.■ Keep the radio clean by wiping with a soft cloth and mild detergent. Rinse with fresh water. Do not use solvents or harsh or abrasive cleaners,which could damage the case or scratch the LCD screen.■ If the radio is exposed to salt water, rinse it in fresh water at least once a day to prevent build-up of salt deposits, which could interfere with button operation.Troubleshooting •
Nothing comes close to a Cobra®Product Service7776 EnglishWarrantyProduct Service •If you have any questions about operation or installing your new CobraMarine™VHF product, or if you are missing parts…Please call Cobra®first! DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE! See customer assistance on page A1.If your product should require factory service, please call Cobra®first before sendingyour radio. This will ensure the fastest turn-around time on your repair. You may beasked to send your radio to the Cobra®factory. It will be necessary to furnish thefollowing to have the product serviced and returned:1. For Warranty Repair include some form of proof-of-purchase, such as amechanical reproduction or carbon of a sales receipt. If you send the originalreceipt, it cannot be returned;2. Send the entire product;3. Enclose a description of what is happening with the radio. Include a typed or clearly printed name and address of where the radio is to be returned;4. Pack radio 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 ParcelService (UPS) or Priority Mail to avoid loss in transit to: Cobra®Factory Service,Cobra®Electronics Corporation, 6500 West Cortland Street, Chicago, Illinois60707 U.S.A.;6. If the radio is in warranty, upon receipt of your radio it will either be repaired or exchanged depending on the model. Please allow approximately 3 – 4 weeksbefore contacting Cobra®for status. If the radio is out of warranty, a letter willautomatically be sent informing you of the repair charge or replacement charge.If you have any questions, please call 773-889-3087 for assistance.Limited 3-Year Warranty •For Products Purchased In the U.S.A.Cobra®Electronics Corporation warrants that its CobraMarine™VHF radio, and thecomponent parts thereof, will be free of defects in workmanship and materials for a period of three (3) years from the date of first consumer purchase. This warrantymay be enforced by the first consumer purchaser, provided that the product isutilized within the U.S.A. Cobra®will, without charge, repair or replace, at its option, defective radios, products or component parts upon delivery to the Cobra®Factory Servicedepartment, 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 warrantyservice, but the return charges will be at Cobra®’s expense, if the product is repairedor replaced under warranty. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and youmay 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 aparticular 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/ordo 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.Warranty Customer Service
78 EnglishOptional Accessoriesand Order FormCustomer ServiceOptional Accessories •You can find quality Cobra®products and accessories at your local Cobra®dealer, or in the U.S.A., you can orderdirectly from Cobra®.Ordering From U.S.A.Call 773-889-3087 for pricing or visit www.cobra.com.For credit card orders, complete and return this order form to fax number 773-622-2269. Or call 773-889-3087(Press 1 from the main menu) 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday.Make check or money order payable to: Cobra®Electronics, Attn: Accessories Dept.6500 West Cortland Street, Chicago, IL 60707 U.S.A.To order online, please visit our website: www.cobra.comThe Cobra®line of qualityproducts includes:CB Radios microTALK®RadiosRadar/Laser DetectorsSafety Alert®TrafficWarning SystemsAccessories GPS (Global Positioning System) HighGear™AccessoriesVHF Marine RadiosPower InvertersNameAddress (No P.O. Boxes)City State/Province Zip CountryTelephoneCredit Card Number Type: ❒Visa ❒Mastercard ❒Discover Exp. DateCustomer SignatureItem # U.S. Cost Each Qty AmountU.S. Subtotal(Tax if Applicable)Shipping/HandlingTotalAmount Shipping/Handling*$10.00 or less . . . . . $3.00$10.01-$25.00 . . . . . $5.50$25.01-$50.00 . . . . . $7.50$50.01-$90.00 . . . . $10.50$90.01-$130.00 . . . $13.50$130.01-$200.00 . . $16.50$200.01 plus . . . . 10% offpurchase*For AK, HI and PR addadditional $26.95 for FedExNext Day or $10.95 forFedEx 2nd Day. Excludesweekend and holidayshipments.Please allow 2-3 weeks for delivery in the U.S. Prices subject to changewithout notice.Tax TableOhio, Wisconsin add 5%Indiana, Michigan add 6%California add 7.25%Illinois add 8.75%

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