50 WX ST HH Operating Instructions for your Cobra HH 50 WX ST Citizens Band 2-Way Handheld CB Radio © 2017 Cobra Electronics Corporation Printed in China Part No.
The CB Story The Citizens Band lies between the shortwave broadcast and 10-meter Amateur radio bands, and was established by law in 1949. The Class D two-way communications service was opened in 1959. (CB also includes a Class A citizens band and Class C remote control frequencies.) 1 What’s Included with Your HH 50 WX ST 1. High Efficiency Antenna 2. Removable Belt Clip 3. Wrist Strap 4. 12 Volt Cigarette Lighter Plug & Charge Adapter 2 5.
Controls and Indicators 1. BNC Antenna Connector 2. Squelch Control 3. On/Off Volume Control 1 2 4. Removable Belt Clip 3 SQUELCH VOLUME 5. External Speaker Jack OFF 6. External Microphone Jack 7. Charge LED 8. Rechargeable Battery Charge Jack 19 17 14 9. DC Power Jack 10. Light Key 20 4 11. Channel Up/Down Keys 15 12. PTT (Push To Talk ) Key 13. Battery Door/Chamber 14. LCD Display Panel 10 15. Lock Key 11 16. SoundTracker® Key 5 17.
Our Thanks to You Thank you for purchasing the Cobra HH 50 WX ST handheld CB. Properly used, this Cobra product will give you many years of reliable service. SoundTracker® “Cuts noise coming in...strengthens signals going out.” This technology dramatically improves transmission and reception of the CB signals. The revolutionary SoundTracker® System reconfigures the transmission signal which allows it to be transferred more efficiently through cluttered airwaves.
Contents Features ..........................................................................1 The CB Story .................................................................A1 Included Accessories Controls & Indicators ...............................................A2 Our Thanks to You.....................................................A3 SoundTracker® System Customer Support Operating Your HH 50 WX ST Antenna .......................................................................2 Battery Installation ....
Operation Attach Antenna Attach the Antenna 1 Note Insert. To increase range as a portable, use HA-TA telescopic loaded long range antenna. (See Accessory Page 35). 2 2 Turn clockwise. 1⁄4 turn.
Operation ··· ················ ················ ················ ················ ················ ················ ················ ················ ···········1 Battery Installation Install the Batteries Note Press and hold down on arrow and slide down • •• 1 To remove battery chamber cover, press down on the arrow and slide down. 2 Install the batteries by polarity markings. 3 Replace cover. Ignoring polarity markings (+/-) may cause damage to both the unit and the batteries.
Operation Turning On Turning On Rotate ON - OFF Volume Control clockwise. Note Make sure the antenna is installed on the radio. Note When you turn on the HH 50 WX ST , a series of tones will be heard and the icons will briefly appear on the LCD display. SQUELCH VOLUME 000 OFF LCD lights on for 5 seconds, then turns off. :.... ... . , ..... ... . , ..... ... . , ..... ... . , ..... ... . , ..... ... . , ..... ... . , ..... ... . , ..... ... . , ..... ... . , ..... ... . , ..... ... . , ..... ... . , ..
Operation Gate open i MEDIU SQUELCH VOLUME 000 j WEAK SIGNAL OFF • 3 Fully counterclockwise opens the “gate” and all signals enter. LU I- Gate set to Desired Squelch Setting (DSS) SQUELCH VOLUME 000 STRONG SIGNAL OFF • 4 To achieve the Desired Squelch Setting (DSS), turn the Squelch control counterclockwise until you hear noise. Now turn the control clockwise just until the noise stops. This is the DSS setting. WEAK SIGNALS 5 Z LU <( a.. \.
Operation Select a Channel Select a Channel Note For quick channel advance, push and hold arrow key(s). or Note When switching from one channel to another, squelch will need to be reset. See Setting Squelch on pages 4 and 5. 6 1 Turn power ON. 2 For higher channels, push UP arrow key. • 3 For lower channels, push DOWN arrow key.
Operation LCD Display LCD Display All needed information is displayed on the LCD display panel. PROG Q Lock Key PWR SAVE Battery Save Indicator Weather Mode Indicator wx SCAN Scan Mode Indicator Dual Watch Indicator DW Program Key Indicator 2 Digit Channel Display EMG Emergency Channel Indicator I I Battery Capacity Level Indicator 1---------+r I '7,,,LI - A I s3r SoundTracker System® icon 1 3 5 9 0.5 1 2 3 i----..;..._______J +30 SIGNAL """-········· ST \..
Operation :· ... .. ..... ... ... ... Transmit/Receive Transmit / Receive Stop Antenna must be installed before transmitting. 1 To transmit, push and hold PTT button. While the PTT button is depressed you cannot receive transmissions. S vr-••• T ■■ 1111 0.5 1 2 3 4 POWER 2 The TRANSMISSION POWER METER will be displayed when transmitting. During transmit, your outgoing transmission power is measured in watts and displayed on the power bar graph.
Operation • 3 RELEASE = PTT = = • 4 Hold the radio about 2 inches from your mouth. Speak in a normal voice. Note Release the PTT button to receive incoming transmissions. 5 9 Your HH50 WX ST is always ready to receive incoming signals when the PTT button is released. +30 SIGNAL S ~-·•• T ■■ 1111 "' 1 3 When you are receiving an incoming signal, the strength of that signal will be displayed on the SIGNAL STRENGTH METER.
Operation :·· ··· ·· ... ... ... ··· ·· ... .... .... ..... .. .. ... .... ... ... .. ... .. . .. ...... .. .. .. . .. ... ... . .. .. . .. ... ... ...... . .. ... ··· ·· ... .. . One Touch for Channel 9 and Channel 19 One Touch For Channel 9 and Channel 19 To gain instant access to Channels 9 (emergency) and 19 (information) from other channels: 9 "vr··•••••••• ST 3 5 9 0.5 1 2 3 4 CB / WX SCAN D (-----------J D PWRSAVER CH9/19/DW ~~ PUSH& RELEASE Push CH 9/19 once for channel 9.
Operation ST PROG 1 3 5 9 0.5 1 2 3 4 CB / WX SCAN D( LOCK +30 SIGNAL J PWR SAVER PUSH A 3RD TIME 3 To return to the original channel, push CH 9/19 a third time. ....... . .. . ! All Channel Scan All Channel Scan To scan all 40 channels: Note • 1 Set Desired Squelch Setting (DSS). SCAN ST 1 3 5 9 0.5 1 2 3 PROG 4 CB / WX ( LOCK +30 SIGNAL SCAN ) PWR SAVER ~ H - - PUSH& When an incoming transmission is received the HH 50 WX ST will stop scanning.
Operation Dual Watch Dual Watch Dual Watch allows simultaneous monitoring of two user selected channels. For example, to monitor Channel 11 and 17 for incoming transmissions: Note ie1 Set Desired Squelch Setting (DSS). To set Desired Squelch Setting (DSS) see Setting Squelch on pages 4 and 5. :• 2 Select Channel 11 with CHANNEL UP/ DOWN key. I 1PROGII 1 3 5 9 0.5 1 2 3 +30 SIGNAL "-..,••········ ST 3 4 PROG CB / WX SCAN LOCK PWRSAVER CH9/19/DW Push and release PROGRAM key.
Operation • 5 Select Channel 17 with CHANNEL UP/ DOWN key. ,, I I DW 5 9 +30 SIGNAL S T ",./"-••• ■■■ Ill 0.5 1 2 3 4 1 PROG 0[ 3 CB / WX 0L - SCAN JO PWRSAVER =~,= " l ~ PUSH & RELEASE -=-- ..J • 6 '- / ~"' \,.// Push and release PWR SAVER/CH9/19/DW key, a “beep” will be heard. The DW icon will stay on. Note • • PROG CB / WX When a incoming transmission is received the HH 50 WX ST will stop monitoring and remain on the channel.
Operation Weather Channels Weather Channels 10 National Weather Channels provide weather transmission reception. ,,9 LI_ Note The 10 National Weather Channels include 7 NOAA and 3 Canadian channels. These channels provide full coverage to keep you informed of weather conditions, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. PROG WX 1 3 5 0.5 1 2 9 3 +30 SIGNAL ;\ "'-··•• ■■ Ill ST PROG For a list of weather frequencies see specifications in the Frequency Ranges section on page 32.
Operation Note D • 2 To change weather channels push the CHANNEL UP/DOWN arrow keys. At times, different channels can be received. Select the one with the clearest audio quality. ,, ' LI I 5 9 +30 SIGNAL "vr··••• 0.5 1 2 ■ IIII 3 4 ST PROG D LOCK 1 3 CB / WX SCAN PWRSAVER CH9/19/DW ,.. SJi"" An agency of the U.S. Department of Commerce, NOAA operates 500 stations which reach about 90% of the U.S. population. If you cannot receive a weather station, you may not have one in your area.
Operation Power Saver (HI/LOW) Power Saver (HI/LOW) Reduces the transmit power output to 1 watt to extend the battery life. PROG L11,- " ILi ~ v"-········· ST 1 3 5 9 0.5 1 2 3 +30 SIGNAL PROG CB / WX LOCK PWRSAVER CH9/19/DW 4 SCAN Note The low power setting cuts the transmitting range in half. The receiving range is not affected. C:J 1 16 Push and release the PROGRAM key. PROGRAM icon will be displayed.
Operation U ) - ..... ~ · - LIi, 7LI PWR SAVE 5 9 +30 SIGNAL 1 " ✓--•• 0.5 1 ■■■ 2 3111 4 ST PROG 3 CB / WX SCAN D [ - ;0 PWRSAVER • 2 • • • 1 Note ,_ ,OBQ PUSH& RELEASE The battery life is increased approximately 50% while in Power Saver Mode. Push and release the CB/WX key. The PWR SAVE icon will appear and the PROGRAM icon will disappear. To exit Power Saver (HI/LOW) mode: Push and release PROGRAM key. PROGRAM icon will be displayed. 2 Push and release the CB/WX PWR SAVER key.
Operation Battery Capacity Level Battery Capacity Level To monitor the remaining power level of the HH 50 WX ST battery: Check the battery icon bands. I LII, lLI 1 3 5 9 0.5 1 2 3 +30 SIGNAL " ........... --··••1111 ST Note The radio does not transmit if the batteries are low. flashing PROG CB / WX LOCK PWRSAVER CH9/19/DW 4 SCAN icon The BATTERY icon will flash if the batteries are low. Replace or recharge the batteries as soon as possible.
Operation S ~ u N o-1-RA.cKe R~ The SoundTracker® System ~ While previous systems only “blanket out” or limit noise in higher sound frequencies, the revolutionary SoundTracker® System actually reduces noise while leaving the signal intact in the reception mode. In the transmission mode, it actually strengthens the signal, providing you with a significant reduction in noise on reception and transmission.
Operation ;.......... .......... ... .......... .......... .......... ..................................................................... .......... .......... Activating ® SoundTracker Activating SoundTracker® ..,.., U) ,_,,,LI 5 9 ..... +30 SIGNAL S T "__,-••• ■■ 1111 1 PROG Note D This engages the SoundTracker® system and reduces the incoming noise level. LOCK -- ~ 1 3 CB / WX ( SCAN ) PWRSAVER CH9/ 19/DW D SJ;i"'" " c=J ~ / - .........._ \.
Operation ........................... ................... .......... .................... ...................................... ...... .......... ......... ... : Testing ® SoundTracker Testing SoundTracker® ST • 1 1 3 9 5 +30 SIGNAL Select any unused channel on your CB. SQUELCH VOLUME 000 OFF • • 2 Fully counterclockwise opens the “gate” and all signals enter. Turn the knob clockwise until it stops. 3 Deactivate soundtrack mode by pressing the SOUNDTRACKER key.
Operation SQUELCH VOLUME 000 OFF 1 Turn the volume up louder than your normal listening level. 1 ST 3 5 9 +30 SIGNAL Note PROG At times you may experience different levels of noise reduction. Different terrains and environments will effect the SoundTracker® System’s performance. CB / WX 0( LOCK SCAN JO PWRSAVER CH9/19/DW C:J 2 ,,. 53'"" PUSH& ............-+- RELEASE Push and release the ST key. The SOUNDTRACKER icon will appear. *Notice the significant reduction in noise.
Operation ,,_,,..,, UJ - LIi, lLI 5 9 +30 SIGNAL 1 -·•• ■■■ Ill 3 PROG D LOCK • • \ "- CB / WX ( SCAN )D PWRSAVER CH9/19/DW C=:J ./ --........ " SJi"" ,,.- -- -" PUSH& RELEASE / 3 To disengage SoundTracker® push and release the ST key again. 4 ST icon will disappear.
Operation Lock Key Lock Key The purpose is to lock the front keys to avoid accidental actuation. e LIi, 1LI 1 3 5 9 0.5 1 2 3 +30 SIGNAL "..r·········· ST Note PTT , LIGHT, VOLUME, SQUELCH and LOCK functions are still operational while the LOCK function is activated. PROG CB / WX 4 SCAN PUSH & HOLD • • 24 1 To lock, push and hold the LOCK key. The LOCK icon will appear. 2 To unlock, push and hold the LOCK key.
Operation ..............................................................................................................................................i In Vehicle Use In Vehicle Use The HH 50 WX ST can be connected to your cigarette lighter port with the provided adapter. This power connection will also charge the batteries with the included interchageable tip.
How Your CB Can Serve You A CB Radio Can: • • • • • • • • • A Few Rules You Should Know Warn of traffic problems Provide weather and road data Provide help in event of an emergency Provide direct contact with home or office Assist police by reporting erratic drivers Get local information to find a destination Communicate with family and friends Suggest spots to eat and sleep Keep you alert while traveling A Few Rules You Should Know A. Conversations cannot last more than 5 minutes with another station.
How Your CB Can Serve You .............................................................................................................................................. Weather Channel Messages Local weather reports are provided by NOAA (National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration) 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. An agency of the U. S. Department of Commerce, NOAA operates 500 stations which reach about 90% of the U. S. population. If you cannot receive a weather station, you may not have one in your area.
How Your CB Can Serve You Channel 9 Emergency Channel 9 Emergency Messages Messages 1. Set to channel 9 for emergencies Be sure the antenna is properly connected. Note 2. CB Distress Data When transmitting an emergency, you should request a “REACT BASE” and provide the CB distress data (called CLIP): If there is no response on channel 9, try channels 19 or 14. C L I P all Sign ocation njuries roblem Identify yourself. Be exact. Number. Type. Trapped? Give details and help needed.
How Your CB Can Serve You The FCC gives these examples of permitted and prohibited messages for channel 9. These are only guidelines and not all-inclusive: Permitted Example Message Yes “Tornado sighted six miles north of town.” “Post number 10. No tornado sighted.” No Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No “Out of gas on I-95 at mile marker 211.” “Out of gas in my driveway.” “Four car accident on I-94 at Exit 11. Send police and ambulance.” “Traffic moving smoothly on I-94.
How Your CB Can Serve You ......... .... ... ......... .... ... ......... .... ... ......... .... ... ......... .... ... ......... .... ... ......... .... ... ......... .... ... ......... ..... CB 10-Codes CB 10-Codes Citizen Bands have adopted the “10-CODES” for standard questions and answers. These codes provide quick and easy communication, especially in noisy areas.
How Your CB Can Serve You Code Meaning 10-29 10-30 10-33 10-34 10-35 10-36 10-37 10-50 10-39 10-41 10-42 10-43 10-44 10-45 10-50 10-60 10-62 10-63 10-64 10-65 10-67 Time is up for contact Does not conform to FCC rules Emergency traffic Trouble at this station Confidential information Correct time is Wrecker needed at Ambulance needed Message delivered Turn to channel Traffic accident at Traffic tie up at Have a message for All units within range please report Break channel What is next message number? Un
Frequency Ranges The COBRA HH 50 WX ST transceiver represents one of the most advanced AM two-way radios used as a Class D station in the Citizens Band Radio Service. This unit features advanced Phase Lock Loop (PLL) circuitry providing complete coverage of all 40 CB channels and 10 weather channels as shown below. Channel Channel Weather CB Freq. CB Freq. Weather Freq. Channel In MHz Channel In MHz Channel In MHz 1 2 3 4 26.965 26.975 26.985 27.005 21 22 23 24 27.215 27.225 27.255 27.
HH 50 WX ST Specifications GENERAL CHANNELS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CB - 40 CH WEATHER - 10 CH FREQUENCY RANGE . . . . . . . . . . CB - 26.965 TO 27.405 MHZ WEATHER - 161.650 TO 163.275 MHZ FREQUENCY TOLERANCE . . . . . 0.005 % FREQUENCY CONTROL . . . . . . . PLL (PHASE LOCK LOOP) SYNTHESIZER OPERATING TEMPERATURE RANGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . -30° C TO + 50° C MICROPHONE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ELECTRET, PUSH-TO-TALK INPUT VOLTAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13.
Limited Two Year Warranty ... ......... ... ........... ....... ... ......... ... ... ........ ....... ... ......... .... .. ..... ... ....... ..... ...... ..... .. ..... ... ....... ..... ..... COBRA ELECTRONICS CORPORATION warrants that its COBRA CB Radios, and the component parts thereof, will be free of defects in workmanship and materials for period of two (2) years from the date of first consumer purchase.
Optional Accessories Ear Bud Mic with PTT Integrated speaker/mic adapter that fits in your ear. Includes shirt clip. PMR-EBM Magnetic Mount CB/ Weather Antenna Allows greater transmission range while in a moving vehicle. HH-MINI (Included with the HH50RT) 120 Volt A/C Wall Charger with Plug Charges 9 NiMH battery cells in 24 hours right in the unit. CA-45CB I Lapel Microphone Remote microphone/speaker connection.
FCC FCC Part 15.19 Warning Statement- (Required for all Part 15 devices) 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 INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION. FCC Part 15.
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