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m i c ro Ta l k 2 - Way Radio

Features of This Product

• UHF FM Frequencies

• 10 Weather Channels

• Weather Alert

• No License Required

• No Air Time Fees

• Up to 2 mile range

• 14 Main Channels

• 38 CTCSS Subchannels

• LCD Function Display

• Pri va t e Call® Vo i c e

S c ra m b l i n g

• Talk Confirmation To n e

• Ca l l / R ing Bu t to n

• Recharging Pads

• Retractable Antenna

• Au to Ba t te ry Saver Ci rc u i ty

• Auto Squelch

• 10 Memory Locations

• Memory Scan

• Channel or CTCSS Scan

• Lock Key

• Ri n g / Vi b ra te No t i f i ca t i o n

• Belt Holster

• Water Resistant

• Dual Watch

Contents

Features.........................................................................................................1

The FRS Story..............................................................................................A1

FCC Warnings

Included Accessories

Controls & Indicators...............................................................................A2

Our Thanks to You.....................................................................................A3

Customer Support.................................................................................A3

Operating your microTalk

Battery Installation................................................................................2

Turning On...............................................................................................4

LCD Display..............................................................................................4

Auto Battery Power Saver...................................................................5

Select Main Channel (1-14)................................................................6

Select CTCSS Subchannel (00-38)....................................................7

Battery Low..............................................................................................9

Talking To Another Party.....................................................................10

Talk Confirmation Tone........................................................................11

Listening For Another Party...............................................................11

Calling Another Party...........................................................................12

Auto Squelch...........................................................................................14

Maximum Range Extender.................................................................14

Listening to Weather Channels.........................................................15

Weather Alert ..........................................................................................16

External Microphone/Speaker Jack .................................................17

Advanced Features...................................................................................18

Programming Memory Locations....................................................19

Using Memory Locations....................................................................23

Scan Function..........................................................................................25

Memory Scan Function........................................................................29

Private Call (Voice Scramble).............................................................31

Ringer/Vibrate Modes..........................................................................33

Tone Settings...........................................................................................36

Lock Function..........................................................................................38

Dual Watch Function............................................................................39

microTalk Range........................................................................................42

Making Life Easier And Safer ..............................................................43

Frequency Ranges ....................................................................................45

Caring for Your microTalk ....................................................................47

microTalk Specifications........................................................................48

Limited Two Year Warranty...................................................................49

Optional Accessories...............................................................................50

Order Form...................................................................................................51

If You Think You Need Service...................................Back Cover

FRS315WX MANUAL.qx 12/5/00 11:17 AM Page 1

Summary of content (30 pages)

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FRS315WX MANUAL.qx 12/5/00 11:17 AM Page 1 How to Use Your Cobra microTalk 2-Way Radio Contents Features .........................................................................................................1 The FRS Story ..............................................................................................A1 FCC Warnings Included Accessories Controls & Indicators...............................................................................A2 Our Thanks to You...............................
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FRS315WX MANUAL.qx 12/5/00 11:17 AM Page 2 Operation Operation Install Batteries Battery Installation Clear antenna. Note Batteries not included with microTalk 2-way radio. Note Always use high quality alkaline or NiMH batteries. Incorrect positioning can damage both the batteries and the unit. Only the Cobra NiMH battery (Part # FA-BP) pack can be recharged. Pull lock tab down and lift door up (towards you) to remove battery cover. 2 See Accessories on page 50.
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FRS315WX MANUAL.qx 12/5/00 11:17 AM Page 4 Operation Operation Turning On Your microTalk Turning On Your microTalk Auto Battery Power Saver Auto Battery Power Saver Your microTalk has a unique circuit designed to extend battery life. If there are no transmissions within 10 seconds, the unit will automatically switch to battery save mode. Note Note Whenever the unit is on you can receive communications.
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FRS315WX MANUAL.qx 12/5/00 11:17 AM Page 6 Operation Operation Select Main Channel Select Main Channel (1-14) Turn on microTalk. An audible “tone”will indicate the unit is on and then the LCD will go through a 3 second self-test and then go to Operational Mode. Note Units must be on same channel and subchannels to communicate.
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FRS315WX MANUAL.qx 12/5/00 11:17 AM Page 8 Operation Operation Select CTCSS Subchannel Battery Low Battery Low Note Note Press and hold Channel Button up or down for fast channel advance. When in use the ( ) icon may begin flashing. This is a warning to you that your batteries are getting low. When battery capacity is at the 1/4 level it is recommended that you replace alkaline batteries or recharge your NiMH (Nickel Metal Hydride) battery pack.
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FRS315WX MANUAL.qx 12/5/00 11:17 AM Page 10 Operation Operation Talk Confirmation Tone Talking to Another Party Your listener will hear an audible tone when you release the Talk Button. Talk Confirmation Tone This alerts the other par ty that you are finished talking and it’s OK for them to begin talking. Note While Talk Button is depressed you cannot receive incoming calls. Press and hold Talk Button. The ( ) icon will appear.
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FRS315WX MANUAL.qx 12/5/00 11:17 AM Page 12 Operation Calling Another Party Operation Calling Another Party To alert another par ty that you wish to communicate: Turn on your microTALK 2-way radio. An audible “tone” will indicate the unit is on. The LCD will go through a 3 second self test and then to operational mode. Select desired channel by moving Channel Button up or down. Both the calling and receiving units must be on same channel and subchannel for the call function to work.
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FRS315WX MANUAL.qx 12/5/00 11:17 AM Page 14 Operation Auto Squelch Maximum Range Extender Operation Auto Squelch Listening to Weather Channels Your microTALK is equipped with Auto Squelch, which automatically shuts off weak transmissions and unwanted noise due to terrain conditions or if you have reached your range limit. Turn on your microTalk 2 -way radio. An audible “tone” will indicate the unit is on. The LCD will go through a 3 second self test and then go operational mode.
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FRS315WX MANUAL.qx 12/5/00 11:17 AM Page 16 Operation Listening to Weather Channels External Microphone/Speaker Jack Listening to Weather Channels External Microphone/ Speaker Jack External Microphone/Speaker Jack Your microTalk 2-Way Radio can be fitted with a variety of accessories, (not included) freeing your hands for other tasks. To attach an external microphone/speaker accessory: Press Channel Button up or down to select the appropriate channels for your area.
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FRS315WX MANUAL.qx 12/5/00 11:17 AM Page 18 Advanced Features Advanced Features Advanced Features Programming Memory Locations Your microTalk has many advanced features not found on other 2-way radios. These include: Your microTalk has 10 memory (0-9) locations for storing your most frequently used channels. • 10 Memory Storage Location and Recall Note When using or programming functions,pushing and releasing the Mode Button or the Lock Button will save all entered information.
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FRS315WX MANUAL.qx 12/5/00 11:17 AM Page 20 Advanced Features Advanced Features Programming Memory Locations Programming Memory Locations continued Note Once you enter memory mode you can talk and listen to any channel you select after programming is complete. See Using Memory Locations section on page 23. Note Press and release Mode Button again. Main Channel and ( ) Icon will flash. Select desired main channel you wish to store (1-14) by pressing Channel Button up or down.
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FRS315WX MANUAL.qx 12/5/00 11:17 AM Page 22 Advanced Features Programming Memory Locations Programming Memory Locations continued After selecting your Memory Channel and Main/Sub Channels, for immediate entry press Talk Button. Advanced Features Using Memory Locations Memory Channel Recall/Talk To recall a channel in memory: or... Note After selecting you Memory Channel and Main/Sub Channel,DONOT press any buttons for 10 seconds and your unit will automatically set the Memory and Main/Sub Channels.
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FRS315WX MANUAL.qx 12/5/00 11:17 AM Page 24 Advanced Features Advanced Features Using Memory Using Memory Locations continued Locations Scan Function Scan Function Turn on microTALK. An audible “tone” will indicate the unit is on and then the LCD will go through a 3 second self-test and then go to Operational Mode. Note If Mode Button is pushed while listening/talking, programming will begin. See Programming Memory Locations on page 22.
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FRS315WX MANUAL.qx 12/5/00 11:17 AM Page 26 Advanced Features Scan Function Scan Function continued Press Channel Button up or down and the unit will begin scanning the main channels. Advanced Features To scan subchannels: Press and release Mode Button and subchannel and scan icon will flash. Unit will continue to scan all main channels and stop if an incoming transmission is detected. Your microTALK will pick it up for 10 seconds. Within 10 seconds you can: Press and hold Talk Button and talk.
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FRS315WX MANUAL.qx 12/5/00 11:17 AM Page 28 Advanced Features Advanced Features Your microTalk will pick it up for 10 seconds. Within 10 seconds you can: Press and hold Talk Button and talk.Your radio will return to operational mode on that channel. or... Note If you wish to proceed to the next function mode,push and release Mode Button. (Private Call Voice Scramble). Press Channel Button up or down to rescan the main channel.
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FRS315WX MANUAL.qx 12/5/00 11:17 AM Page 30 Advanced Features Memory Scan Function Memory Scan Function continued Advanced Features Private Call (Voice Scrambling) Private Call ensures that no one can eavesdrop on your conversation. Private Call (Voice Scrambling) To engage the Private Call function: Turn on microTalk. An audible “tone” will indicate the unit is on and then the LCD will go through a 3 second self-test and then go to Operational Mode.
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FRS315WX MANUAL.qx 12/5/00 11:17 AM Page 32 Advanced Features Private Call (Voice Scrambling) Private Call (Voice Scrambling) continued Advanced Features Ringer/Vibrate Modes Ringer/Vibrate Modes Your microTALK will signal you that there is an incoming transmission with either a tone or a vibration or both. To set for Ringer/Vibrate: Turn on microTALK. An audible “tone” will indicate the unit is on and then the LCD will go through a 3 second self-test and then go to Operational Mode.
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FRS315WX MANUAL.qx 12/5/00 11:17 AM Page 34 Advanced Features Advanced Features Ringer/Vibrate Ringer/Vibrate Modes continued Modes Note Note When you push and hold the Talk Button, the unit exits out to operational mode. Unit must be in operational mode to test ring/vibrate. Press and release Channel Button up and down again. icon appears for Vibrator Only Mode. If,after 10 seconds no selection is made,the unit will return to operational mode.
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FRS315WX MANUAL.qx 12/5/00 11:17 AM Page 36 Advanced Features Tone Settings Tone Setting Press Advanced Features Talk Confirmation Tone Indicator To temporarily eliminate the Talk Confirmation Tone: Mode Button until flashing Press Press Channel Button up or down to turn On or Off. To set option: Press Lock Button. This will immediately enter new setting; Press Mode Button. This will enter new setting and go to new Function Mode; Wait 10 seconds. It will go to Operational Mode with new setting.
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FRS315WX MANUAL.qx 12/5/00 11:17 AM Page 38 Advanced Features Lock Function Advanced Features Lock Function Dual Watch Function The purpose of the LOCK function is to lock most buttons to avoid accidental operation. Dual Watch allows you to simultaneously monitor any two preselected Family Radio Service channels. To engage the LOCK function: Dual Watch Function Select first channel and CTCSS code which you desire to Dual Watch. (please see pages 6 and 7).
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FRS315WX MANUAL.qx 12/5/00 11:17 AM Page 40 Advanced Features Dual Watch Function Advanced Features Dual Watch Function Dual Watch Function Press Mode Button to set CTCSS. CTCSS channel numbers will flash. Press Channel Button up and down to select CTCSS. To enter Dual Watch when the second channel and CTCSS are already stored, press the Mode Button until icon flashes. Press Lock Button. Dual watch will begin. Press Lock Button. This will store the second channel and CTCSS and start Dual Watch.
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FRS315WX MANUAL.qx 12/5/00 11:18 AM Page 42 microTalk Range microTalk Range Making Life Easier and Safer microTALK Range Your microTALK Radio has a range of up to 2 miles. This effective range can be shor tened under some conditions. Under flat, open conditions you will experience the microTALK’s maximum range. Range can be reduced by buildings and foliage in the path of the signal.
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FRS315WX MANUAL.qx 12/5/00 11:18 AM Page 44 Making Life Easier and Safer microTalk 2-Way Radios Can Make Life Easier and Safer microTALK 2-Way Radio Can Make Life Easier and Safer Checking on traveling companions in another car. Agree on a meeting spot after an event. Holster/Belt Clip/Desk Stand HolsterBelt Clip and Desk Stand Your microTALK Radio comes with a custom molded plastic holster.
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FRS315WX MANUAL.qx 12/5/00 11:18 AM Page 46 Frequency Range Weather Frequency Ranges Caring for Your microTalk Radio Weather Channel Channel Frequency In MHz Weather Channel Channel Frequency In MHz 0 1 2 3 4 163.275 162.550 162.400 162.475 162.425 5 6 7 8 9 162.450 162.500 162.525 161.650 161.775 46 Caring for Your microTALK Radio Caring for Your microTALK Radio The microTALK 2-Way Radio will give you years of service if cared for properly.
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FRS315WX MANUAL.qx 12/5/00 11:18 AM Page 48 microTalk Specifications Limited Two Year Warranty I.GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS A.GENERAL CH=14 CHANNELS WITHIN 462-467 MHZ B. RECEIVER UNIT 1. SENSITIVITY FOR 12 DB SINAD FOR CALL SIG.DETECTION 2. MAX. AUDIO OUTPUT @10% THD 3. MAX.S/N RATIO @ 1mV RF INPUT 4. SQUELCH a) SENS. b) ATTACK TIME c) CLOSING TIME 5. AUDIO FREQUENCY RESP. @ 300 HZ @ 3000 HZ 6. SIGNAL DISPLACEMENT BW 7. ADJACENT CH.REJECTION 8. INTERMODULATION REJECTION 9.
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FRS315WX MANUAL.qx 12/5/00 11:18 AM Page 50 Optional Accessories NiMH Rechargeable Battery Pack High performance Rechargeable Nickel Metal Hydride battery pack FA-BP $29.95 Accessory Order Form 2 Port Desktop Charger Charges your microTalk Radio and (1) NiMH battery pack FA-CR Vox Headset/ Mic VOX (Voice Operated Transmitter) provides hands- free operation. MA-VOX $49.95 $29.95 Ear Bud Microphone Miniature microphone and earbud for private listening.
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FRS315WX MANUAL.qx 12/5/00 11:18 AM Page 54 Cobra Electronics Corporation 6500 West Cortland Street Chicago, IL 60707 If You Think You Need Service Operating Instructions for your For technical assistance, please call our Automated Help Desk which can assist you by answering the most frequently asked questions about Cobra products. (773) 889-3087 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. A Consumer Service Representative can be reached through this same number 8:00 am - 6:00 pm,Monday through Friday, CST.
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FRS315WX MANUAL.qx 12/5/00 11:31 AM Page 56 The Family Radio Service Story The Family Radio Service Story Ever wish you could talk to someone who wasn’t within earshot? Like contacting ski partners back at the lodge? Or letting a friend know how to find you in a busy mall? Cobra’s microTalk radio is a great way for friends or family to increase their fun–and safety–by staying in touch while on the go.
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FRS315WX MANUAL.qx 12/5/00 11:31 AM Page 57 Controls and Indicators Our Thanks to You 1. Antenna Thank you for purchasing this Cobra microTalk 2-way Radio. Properly used, this Cobra product will give you many years of reliable service. 2. Microphone/Speaker Jack 3. On/Off Power Button 4. LCD Display Panel 1 5. Light/Max Range Button 6.