Cobra Electronics PR560 FRS/GMRS TRANSCEIVER User Manual PR550WX manual English

Cobra Electronics Corporation FRS/GMRS TRANSCEIVER PR550WX manual English

MANUAL

Nothing Comes Close To A Cobra®EnglishThe Cobra®line of quality products includes:CB Radios microTALK®RadiosRadar/Laser DetectorsSafety Alert®Traffic Warning SystemsAccessories GPS (Global Positioning System) HighGear®AccessoriesPower InvertersMarine VHF RadiosFor more information or to order any of our products, please visit our website:www.cobra.comA1 EnglishMaking Life Easier & SaferIntroductionStaying in touch with your family and friends is convenient and easy when using your microTALK®radio. Some of the many uses you will discover include:Communicating with others while hiking, biking, and working; keepingtrack of family and friends at a crowded public event; checking withtravel companions in another car; talking with neighbors; arrangingmeeting spots with others while shopping at the mall.Secure your microTALK®radio while on the go.Carrying your microTALK®radio with you is easy when using the belt clip or wrist strap. The belt clip easily attaches to your belt, purse, or backpack. Simply squeeze the clip and place it where you prefer.For Assistance In the U.S.A. In this user’s manual, you should find all the information you needto operate your microTALK®radio. If you require further assistanceafter reading this manual, Cobra®Electronics offers the followingcustomer assistance services:Automated Help Desk English only. 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 773-889-3087 (phone). Customer Assistance OperatorsEnglish and Spanish. 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday (except holidays) 773-889-3087 (phone). QuestionsEnglish and Spanish. Faxes can be received at 773-622-2269 (fax). Technical AssistanceEnglish 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 DealerBelt ClipWrist StrapCustomer Assistance©2003 Cobra®Electronics Corporation6500 West Cortland StreetChicago, Illinois 60707 USAwww.cobra.comPR560WX2-WAYRADIO MODEL Nothing Comes Close To A Cobra®EnglishOwner’s Manual Printed in PhilippinesPart No. 480-112-P
Operation WarrantyIntroduction Customer AssistanceNameAddress (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/HandlingTotalOrdering From U.S.Call 773-889-3087 for pricing or visit www.cobra.com.For credit card orders: Complete and return this order form to fax number773.622.2269 or call 773-889-3087 (Press 1 from the main menu) 8:00 a.m. to6:00 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday.For Mail or Fax Orders: Complete and return this order form to fax number773.622.2269 or mail to Cobra®Electronics, Attn: Accessories Dept., 6500 WestCortland Street, Chicago, IL 60707 USA. Make check or money order payable to:Cobra®Electronics,To order online: Please visit our website www.cobra.comAmount 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% ofpurchaseTax TableWisconsin add 5%Indiana, Michigan, Ohioadd 6%California add 7.25%Illinois add 8.75% *For AK, HI and PR add additional $26.95 for FedEx Next Day or $10.95 for FedEx 2nd Day. Excludes weekends and holidays shipments.Please allow 2-3 weeks for delivery in the U.S. Prices subject to change without notice.Optional Accessories •You can find accessories at your local Cobra®dealer, or in the U.S.A. you can orderdirectly from Cobra.®A3 EnglishProduct FeaturesIntroductionBacklit LCD DisplayImportant FCC Licensing InformationThis radio operates on General Mobile RadioService (GMRS) frequencies which require aFederal Communications Commission (FCC)license. See page 14 for licensing and other related information.Receive/Transmit Tower IconLow Power IconLock IconVOX Icon Roger Beep IconBattery LowMain ChannelNumbersPower Saver IconCTCSS Privacy Code NumbersScan IconNOAA All Hazards Radio IconFeatures• Two-Way Radio With a range up to five (5) miles (8 km).• 22 Channels Seven shared with FRS/GMRS,seven FRS onlyeight GMRS only.• 38 Privacy Codes• 10 Channel NOAA All Hazards Radio• Hands-FreeOperation (VOX)• Backlit LCDDisplay• Scan (channel, privacy code)• Water Resistant• Speaker/Microphone Jack• Call Alert(10 selectabletones)• Lock• Roger Beep(selectable On/Off)• Battery/Power Saver• Auto Squelch• Maximum Range Extender• Belt Clip• Wrist StrapBattery CompartmentBattery DoorLatchBelt ClipWrist StrapConnectorA2 EnglishProduct FeaturesIntroductionLockButtonBacklit LCD DisplayChannel Up/Down ButtonsSpeaker/MicrophoneCall ButtonModeButtonAntennaVolume Up/Down Button(s)External Speaker/Microphone JackLight/MaxRangeButtonTalkButtonOn/Off PowerButton
OperationCustomer AssistanceWarranty1Nothing comes close to a Cobra®IntroductionCaring for Your microTALK®Radio •Your microTALK®radio will give you years of trouble-free service ifcared for properly. Handle the radio gently. Keep the radio away fromdust. Never put the radio in water or in a damp place. Avoid exposureto extreme temperatures.Batteries •To Install or Replace Batteries:1. Remove belt clip by releasing belt clip latchand sliding clip up.2. Pull down on the Battery Door Latch to removethe battery compartment cover.3. Insert four AAA batteries. (Always use highquality alkaline batteries.) Position batteriesaccording to polarity markings.4. Replace Battery Compartment cover and belt clip.See information on page 17 for optionalbattery pack and desktop chargeraccessories ordering instructions.Insert BatteriesPull Down Lock LatchRemove Belt ClipThe Basics to Get You StartedYour microTALK®radio is easy to use. To get started, simply:1. Press the Power button to turn On your radio.2. Press the Channel Up or Channel Downbutton to select a channel.Both radios must be tuned to the same channel to communicate.3. Press and hold the Talk button while speaking into the microphone.4. When finished talking, release the Talkbutton and listen for a response.
Customer Assistance WarrantyIntroduction OperationChannels •To Select a Channel:1. With the radio On, select any of the 22 channels by pressing the Channel Up orChannel Down button. Both radios must be tuned to the samechannel to communicate.Channels 1 through 7 are shared with FRS/GMRS. Channels 8 through 14 are FRS only.Channels 15 through 22 are GMRS only.See page 13 for FRS/GMRS frequencyallocations and compatibility charts.Listening for a Response •When You are Finished Talking:1. Release the Talk button to receive incomingtransmissions. Your microTALK®radio isalways in Standby Mode while the Talk or Callbuttons are not pressed.Volume •To Adjust the Volume:1. Press the Volume Up orVolume Down button.A double beep sound is used to indicate the minimum andmaximum volume levels (L1 through L7).Call Button •To Alert Another Person That You Are Calling:1. Press and release the Call button. The other person will hear a two (2) second calltone. You cannot send or receive transmissionsduring the two (2) second call tone.See page 12 on how to select betweenten (10) call tone settings.Turning On Your microTALK®Radio •To Turn On Your Radio:1. Press and hold the Power button until youhear a series of audible tones indicating theradio is On.Your microTALK®radio is now in Standby Mode,ready to receive transmissions. The radio isalways in Standby Mode except when the Talk,Call or Mode buttons are pressed.Battery Low •When battery power is low, the Battery Low iconwill blink. Your batteries should be replaced orrecharged, if using rechargeable batteries.Auto Battery Save •Your microTALK®radio has a unique circuitdesigned to extend battery life. If there are notransmissions within ten (10) seconds, the radiowill automatically switch to Battery Save Modeand Power Saver icon will flash in the display.This will not affect the radio’s ability to receiveincoming transmissions.Communicating with Another Person •To Talk To Another Person:1. Press and hold the Talk button.2. With the microphone about two (2) inches (5 cm)from your mouth, speak in a normal voice.3. Release the Talk button when you are finished talking and listen for a response.You cannot receive incoming calls while pressing the Talk button.Both radios must be tuned to the samechannel to communicate.EnglishUsing Your Radio23Nothing comes close to a Cobra®OperationChannel ButtonChannel NumberOn/Off PowerBattery LowBattery Save ModeTalk Button2 inches (5 cm) From MouthListeningCall ButtonVolume ButtonVolume Level
Speaker/Microphone Jack •Your microTALK®radio can be fitted with an externalSpeaker/Microphone, freeing your hands for other tasks. Contact your local Cobra®dealer or Cobra®directly for optional accessories. OnlyCobra®authorized accessories are recommended. To Attach Your Speaker/Microphone:1. Open the Speaker/Microphone tab on top ofyour microTALK®radio.2. Insert the plug into the Speaker/Microphonejack.microTALK®Range •Your microTALK®radio has a range of up to five (5) miles (8 km). Yourrange will vary depending on terrain and conditions. In flat, open country your radio will operate atmaximum range. Buildings and foliage in the path of the signal canreduce the range of the radio.Dense foliage and hilly terrain will further reducethe range of the radio.On FRS channels 8 through 14, your radioautomatically switches to low power, which willlimit the range the radio can communicate.Remember, you can achieve maximumrange by using Maximum RangeExtender. See page 4 for details.Customer Assistance WarrantyIntroduction OperationEnglishUsing Your Radio45Nothing comes close to a Cobra®OperationDisplay Illumination •To Illuminate Your Display:1. Press and release the Light/Max Range buttonto illuminate the display for ten (10) seconds.Auto Squelch/Maximum Range •Your microTALK®radio is equipped with Auto Squelch, whichautomatically shuts Off weak transmissions and unwanted noise due toterrain, conditions, or if you’ve reached your maximum range limit.You can temporarily turn Off Auto Squelch or turn On Maximum RangeExtender, allowing all signals to be received and extending themaximum range of your radio.To Temporarily Turn Off Auto Squelch:1. Press the Light/Max Range button less thanfive (5) seconds. If you hear two (2) beeps, you have turned theMaximum Range Extender On (see below).To turn Maximum Range Extender On:1. Press and hold the Light/Max Range buttonfor at least five (5) seconds until you hear two (2) beeps which indicates the MaximumRange Extender is On.To Turn Maximum Range Extender Off:1. Press and release the Light/Max Range buttonor change channels.Lock Function •The Lock function locks the Channel, Mode, and Power buttons toprevent accidental operation. To Turn the Lock On or Off:1. Press and hold the Lock button for two (2) seconds.A double beep sound is used to confirm yourLock On or Off request. When in Lock Mode, theLock icon will be displayed.Reduced RangeReduced RangeMaximum RangeLock IconLock ButtonLight/Max RangeLight/Max RangeSpeaker/Microphone
EnglishMode Funnctions Customer Assistance WarrantyIntroduction Operation67Nothing comes close to a Cobra®OperationScrolling Through the Mode Function •By scrolling through the Mode function, you will be able to select orturn On preferred features of your microTALK®radio. When scrollingthrough the Mode function, your radio features will be displayed in thesame predetermined order:Set Privacy CodeSet NOAA All Hazard Radio ChannelsSet VOX On/Off Set VOX Sensitivity LevelSet Channel ScanSet Privacy Code ScanSet Call TonesSet Roger Beep On/OffCTCSS Privacy Codes •CTCSS (Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System) is an advancedtone coding system allowing you to select one of 38 privacy codes toreduce interference from other users on the channel.If you are using a privacy code, both radios must be tunedto the same channel and privacy code to communicate.Each channel will remember the last privacy code youselected.To Select a Privacy Code:1. After selecting a channel, press the Modebutton until the small numbers next to thechannel number flash on the LCD.2. Press the Channel Up or Channel Down buttonto select a privacy code. You can hold the Upor Down button for fast advance.3. When your desired privacy code is displayed:a. Press the Mode button to enter the newsetting and proceed to other functions.b. Press the Lock button to enter the newsetting and return to Standby Mode.c. Do not press any buttons for 15 seconds to enter the new setting and return toStandby Mode.NOAA* All Hazards Radio Channels •You can use your microTALK®radio to listen to NOAA All HazardsRadio channels transmitting in your area.To Listen to All Hazards Radio Channels :1. Press the Mode button until the Weather (AllHazards Radio) icon and the currently selectedAll Hazards Radio channel are displayed.2. Use the Channel Up or Channel Down buttonto change All Hazards Radio channels.3. Weather (All Hazards Radio) icon will continueto be displayed when All Hazards Radio is On.Choose one of the following:a. Press the Mode button to proceed to otherfunctions.b. Press the Lock button to exit All HazardsRadio channel mode and return to StandbyMode.*National Oceanographic and Atmospheric AdministrationVoice Activated Transmit (VOX) •In VOX Mode, your microTALK®radio can be used “hands-free,”automatically transmitting when you speak. You can set the VOXsensitivity level to fit the volume of your voice and avoid transmissionstriggered by background noise. To Turn VOX Mode On or Off:1. Press the Mode button until the VOX iconflashes on the display. The current On or Offsetting is displayed.2. Press the Channel Up or Channel Downbutton to turn VOX On or Off.3. Choose one of the following:a. Press the Mode button to enter the selectedOn or Off setting and proceed to otherfunctions. b. Press the Lock button to enter the selectedOn or Off setting and return to StandbyMode. VOX IconMode ButtonChannel ButtonPrivacy CodeMode ButtonChannel ButtonHazards Radio IconMode ButtonChannel ButtonMode Button
Customer Assistance WarrantyIntroduction OperationOperationEnglishMode Funnctions89Nothing comes close to a Cobra®To Set the Sensitivity:1. Press the Mode button until the VOX iconflashes and the current sensitivity level isdisplayed. The current sensitivity level is displayedwith letters “LE” and a number 1 through5, with 5 being the most sensitive leveland 1 being the least sensitive level.2. Press the Channel Up or Channel Down buttonto change the setting.3. Choose one of the following:a. Press the Mode button to enter the selectedsetting and proceed to other functions.b. Press the Lock button to enter the selectedsetting and return to Standby Mode.Channel Scan •Your microTALK®radio can automatically scan channels.To Scan Channels:1. Press the Mode button until the Scan icon andthe channel numbers flash on the display.2. Press the Channel Up or Channel Down buttonto begin scanning channels. The radio ignores specific privacy codes while scanning channels.The Scan icon will continue to be displayed whenscan is On. Your radio will continue to scan allchannels and stop if an incoming transmission isdetected. Your radio will remain on that channelfor ten (10) seconds. While setting channel scan, if you do not pressany buttons for fifteen (15) seconds your radiowill automatically return to Standby Mode on thechannel or channel/privacy code displayed beforeyou entered Mode Functions.During An Incoming Transmission, You Can Choose From The Following:a. Press and hold the Talk button to communicate on that channel.Your radio will remain on that channel and return to StandbyMode.b. Press the Channel Up or Channel Down button to resumescanning channels.If you press the Talk button while scanning and not within ten (10)seconds of receiving a transmission, you will transmit on the channelon which you last received a transmission. This will return the radio toStandby Mode.If you do not press any button within ten (10) seconds, your radio willautomatically resume scanning channels. During Scanning (while not receiving a transmission), You Can Choose From The Following:a. Press and hold the Talk button to communicate on the channel orchannel/privacy code that was displayed before you entered ModeFunctions or the channel on which, during scanning, you lastreceived a transmission. This will return the radio to StandbyMode.b. Press the Mode button to proceed to set privacy code scan on thechannel that was either displayed before you entered ModeFunctions or on which, during channel scanning, you last receiveda transmission (see page 10 for further details).c. Press the Lock button to return to Standby Mode on thechannel/privacy code that was displayed before you entered ModeFunctions or the channel on which, during scanning, you lasttransmitted or received.Mode ButtonChannel ButtonScan ChannelsVOX Sensitivity LevelMode ButtonChannel Button
Customer Assistance WarrantyIntroduction OperationEnglishMode Funnctions10 11Nothing comes close to a Cobra®Privacy Code Scan •Your microTALK®radio can automatically scan the privacy codes (00through 38) within one (1) channel.To Scan Privacy Codes:1. While in Standby Mode, press the Channel Upor Channel Down button to choose thechannel on which you wish to scan privacycodes.2. Press the Mode button until the Scan icon andthe privacy code numbers flash on the display.3. Press the Channel Up or Channel Down buttonto begin scanning privacy codes within thechannel you selected.The Scan icon will continue to be displayed whenprivacy code scan is On. Your radio will continueto scan privacy codes and stop as an incomingtransmission is detected. Your radio will remainon that channel/privacy code for ten (10)seconds. While setting privacy code scan, if you do notpress any buttons for fifteen (15) seconds yourradio will automatically return to Standby Modeon the channel/privacy code that was displayedbefore you entered Mode Functions. During An Incoming Transmission, You Can Choose From The Following:a. Press and hold the Talk button to communicate on thatchannel/privacy code. Your radio will remain on thatchannel/privacy code and return to Standby Mode.b. Press the Channel Up or Channel Down button to resumescanning privacy codes.If you press the Talk button while scanning and not within ten (10)seconds of receiving a transmission, you will transmit on thechannel/privacy code on which you last received a transmission. Thiswill return the radio to Standby Mode.If you do not press any button within ten (10) seconds, your radio willautomatically resume scanning privacy codes. During Scanning (while not receiving a transmission), You Can Choose From The Following:a. Press and hold the Talk button to communicate on thechannel/privacy code that was displayed before you entered ModeFunctions or the channel/privacy code on which, during scanning,you last received a transmission. This will return the radio toStandby Mode.b. Press the Mode button to proceed to other functions.c. Press the Lock button to return to Standby Mode on thechannel/privacy code that was displayed before you entered ModeFunctions or the channel/privacy code on which, during scanning,you last transmitted or received.OperationChannel ButtonMode ButtonSelect ChannelScan Privacy Codes
Customer Assistance WarrantyIntroduction OperationEnglishMode Funnctions12 13Nothing comes close to a Cobra®10 Call Tone Settings •You can choose between ten (10) different call tone settings to transmita unique call alert. To Change a Call Tone Setting:1. Press the Mode button until the letter “C” andthe current call tone number (1 through 10) isdisplayed. The current call tone will sound forone (1) second.2. Press the Channel Up or Channel Down buttonto hear the other call tone settings.3. Choose one of the following:a. Press the Mode button to enter the newsetting and proceed to other functions.b. Press the Lock button to enter the newsetting and return to Standby Mode.Roger Beep Confirmation Tone •Your listener will hear an audible tone when you release the Talkbutton. This alerts the other party that you are finished talking and itis OK for them to speak. This feature can be turned On or Off.To Turn Roger Beep On or Off:When turning On your microTALK®radio for thefirst time, Roger Beep will be On.1. Press the Mode button until the Roger Beepicon flashes. The current On or Off setting isdisplayed.2. Press the Channel Up or Channel Down buttonto select Roger Beep On or Off.3. Choose one of the following:a. Press the Mode button to enter the newsetting and proceed to other functions.b. Press the Lock button to enter the newsetting and return to Standby Mode.The setting you select will be saved when you turnyour radio Off and On again. When the RogerBeep is On, the Roger Beep icon will bedisplayed.OperationGeneral Specifications •NominalUnitNominalUnitC. Transmitter1. PowerGMRS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .W 1FRS Only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .mW 5002. Carrier Frequency Stability . . . ±Hz 5003. Modulation Limiting . . . . . . . . KHz 2.54. Carrier Attack Time . . . . . . . . . mS 805. Audio Frequency Response@ 300 HZ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . dB -12@ 2500 HZ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . dB +66. Audio Distortion . . . . . . . . . . . . % 37. Hum Noise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . dB 308. Transient Frequency Behaviora) TX On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . mS 30b) TX Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . mS 5A. FRS/GMRSFrequency Allocation andCompatibilityImportant: Please note that Cobra®GMRSmodels with 15 channels may designatedifferent channel numbers for the samefrequency. For example, a Cobra®15 channelGMRS model would need to be tuned tochannel 11 in order to communicate with a 22 channel GMRS tuned to channel 15.Please refer to the chart below for channel/frequency number compatibility. A = Channel No. For 22 Channel GMRS ModelsB = Channel No. For 15 Channel GMRS ModelsC = Type of Radio ServiceD = Frequency in MHzE = Power in WattsAB C D E1 1 FRS/GMRS 462.5625 1.02 2 FRS/GMRS 462.5875 1.03 3 FRS/GMRS 462.6125 1.04 4 FRS/GMRS 462.6375 1.05 5 FRS/GMRS 462.6625 1.06 6 FRS/GMRS 462.6875 1.07 7 FRS/GMRS 462.7125 1.08 FRS 467.5625 0.59 FRS 467.5875 0.510 FRS 467.6125 0.511 FRS 467.6375 0.512 FRS 467.6625 0.513 FRS 467.6875 0.514 FRS 467.7125 0.515 11 GMRS 462.5500 1.016 8 GMRS 462.5750 1.017 12 GMRS 462.6000 1.018 9 GMRS 462.6250 1.019 13 GMRS 462.6500 1.020 10 GMRS 462.6750 1.021 14 GMRS 462.7000 1.022 15 GMRS 462.7250 1.0B. Receiver1. SensitivityFor 12 DB SINAD . . . . . . . . . . dBm -121For Call Signal Detection . . . . dBm -1212. Max. Audio Output @10% THD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . mW 2003. Max. S/N Ratio @ 1mV RF Input . . . . . . . . . . . dB 504. Squelcha) Sensitivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . dBm -121b) Attack Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . mS 150c) Closing Time . . . . . . . . . . . . mS 2005. Audio Frequency Response@ 300 HZ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . dB -3@ 2500 HZ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . dB -106. Signal Displacement BW . . . +/-KHZ 57. Adjacent Channel Rejection . . . dB 408. Intermodulation Rejection . . . . dB 659. Spurious Response Rejection . dB 55D. Power Supply1. Battery Life (5:5:90 RATIO)With Alkaline Batteries . . . . . . . HR 242. Battery Operating Range . . . . . . V 4.2 - 6.0NominalUnitCall Tone SettingMode ButtonChannel ButtonRoger Beep OffMode ButtonChannel Button
EnglishLicensing & Service14Operation WarrantyIntroduction15Nothing comes close to a Cobra®Customer AssistanceIMPORTANT NOTICE: FCC LICENSE REQUIREDThis two-way radio operates on GMRS (General Mobile Radio Service) frequencies which require an FCC (Federal Communications Commission) license. A user must be licensed prior to operating on channels 1 through 7 or 15 through 22, which comprise the GMRS channels of this radio. Serious penalties could result for unlicensed use of GMRS channels, in violation of FCC rules, as stipulated in the Communications Act’s Sections 501 and 502 (amended). Licensed users will be issued a call sign by the FCC, which should be used for stationidentification when operating this radio. GMRS users should also cooperate by engaging in permissible transmissions only, avoiding channel interference with other GMRS users, and being prudent with the length of their transmission time. For licensing information and application forms, please call the FCC Hotline at 800-418-FORM. Request form #159 and form #605. Questions regarding the license application should be directed to the FCC at 888-CALL-FCC. Additional information is available on the FCC’s website at www.fcc.gov.Safety Information for microTALK®RadiosYour wireless handheld portable transceiver contains a low power transmitter. When the Talkbutton is pushed, it sends out radio frequency (RF) signals. The device is authorized to operate at a duty factor not to exceed 50%. In August 1996, the Federal Communications Commissions(FCC) adopted RF exposure guidelines with safety levels for handheld wireless devices. Important:FCC RF Exposure Requirements: For body-worn operation, this radio has been tested and meetsthe FCC RF exposure guidelines when used with Cobra®accessories supplied or designated forthis product. Use of other accessories may not ensure compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines.Use only the supplied antenna. Unauthorized antennas, modifications, or attachments coulddamage the transmitter and may violate FCC regulations. Normal Position: Hold the transmitter approximately 2 inches from your face and speak in a normal voice, with the antenna pointed up and away.This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference,and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interferencethat may cause undesired operation.FCC Warnings: Replacement or substitution of transistors, regular diodes orother parts of a unique nature, with parts other than those recommended byCobra®may cause a violation of the technical regulations of part 95 of the FCCRules, or violation of type acceptance requirements of part 2 of the Rules.Customer AssistanceProduct Service Questions •If you have any questions about operation or installing your newCobra®product, or if you are missing parts… Please call Cobra®first! DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THESTORE! See customer service on page A1.For Products Purchased in the U.S.A.If your product should require factory service, please call Cobra®first beforesending your radio. This will ensure the fastest turn-around time on yourrepair. You may be asked to send your radio to the Cobra®factory. It will benecessary to furnish the following to have the product serviced andreturned.1) For Warranty Repair include some form of proof-of-purchase, such as amechanical reproduction or carbon of a sales receipt. If you send theoriginal receipt, it cannot be returned; 2) Send the entire product; 3) Enclose a description of what is happening with the radio. Include a typedor 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 theoriginal packing material; 5) Ship prepaid and insured by way of a traceable carrier such as UnitedParcel Service (UPS) or First Class Mail to avoid loss in transit to CobraFactory Service, Cobra Electronics Corporation, 6500 West CortlandStreet, Chicago, Illinois 60707 USA; 6) If the radio is in warranty, upon receipt of your radio it will either berepaired or exchanged depending on the model. Please allow approximately 3 – 4 weeks before contacting Cobra®for status.If the radio is out of warranty, a letter will automatically be sent informingyou of the repair charge or replacement charge. If you have any questions,please call 773-889-3087 for assistance.For products purchased outside the U.S.A.Please contact your local dealer for product service information.
Limited 1-Year Warranty •For Products Purchased in the U.S.A.Cobra®Electronics Corporation warrants that its Cobra®GMRS Radios, andthe component parts thereof, will be free of defects in workmanship andmaterials for a period of one (1) year from the date of first consumerpurchase. This warranty may be enforced by the first consumer purchaser,provided that the product is utilized within the U.S.A. Cobra®will, withoutcharge, repair or replace, at its option, defective GMRS radios, products orcomponent parts upon delivery to the Cobra®Factory Service department,accompanied by proof of the date of first consumer purchase, such as aduplicated copy of a sales receipt. You must pay any initial shipping chargesrequired to ship the product for warranty service, but the return charges willbe at Cobra®’s expense, if the product is repaired or replaced under warranty.This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have otherrights which may vary from state to state.Exclusions: This limited warranty does not apply: 1) To any productdamaged by accident; 2) In the event of misuse or abuse of the product oras a result of unauthorized alterations or repairs; 3) If the serial number hasbeen altered, defaced, or removed; 4) If the owner of the product residesoutside the U.S.A.All implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability and fitness fora particular purpose are limited in duration to the length of this warranty.Cobra®shall not be liable for any incidental, consequential or other damages;including, without limitation, damages resulting from loss of use or cost ofinstallation. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an impliedwarranty lasts and/or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental orconsequential 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.16 EnglishWarranty & AccessoriesWarranty

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