COBRA-010 FRS-130-2 VP.r3 10/22/01 12:47 PM Page 1 ENGLISH Operating Instructions for Your Cobra microTALK 2-WAY RADIO MODEL FRS 130-2 VP Operating Instructions for Your Cobra microTALK 2-WAY RADIO MODEL FRS 130-2 VP Operating Instructions for Your Cobra microTALK 2-WAY RADIO MODEL FRS 130-2 VP
(ENGLISH)
(FRENCH)
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(SPAN) Nothing comes close to a Cobra English, pages 1-8 French, pages 9-16 Spanish, pages 17-22 COBRA-010 FRS-130-2 VP.r3 10/22/01 12:47 PM Page 2 P R O D U C T F E AT U R E S ENGLISH Antenna TALK button LIGHT/MAX RANGE button CALL button speaker/
microphone LIGHT/MAX RANGE button This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference. 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 95 of the FCC Rules, or violation of Type Acceptance requirements of Part 2 of the Rules. 1 ON-OFF/VOLUME switch belt clip backlit LCD display CHANNEL SELECT buttons battery charger pads LOCK tab TALK button battery compartment external speaker/
microphone jack ON-OFF/VOLUME switch ENGLISH Product Features TWO-WAY RADIO with up to a 2 mile (3 km) range 14 CHANNELS BATTERY SAVER circuitry CALL ALERT ROGER BEEP confirmation tone AUTO SQUELCH MAXIMUM RANGE extender BACKLIT LCD display EXTERNAL SPEAKER/MICROPHONE jack BELT CLIP WRIST STRAP 2 NiCAD BATTERY packs 2-PORT DESKTOP CHARGER Making Life Easier and Safer People have found lots of convenient and helpful ways to use their microTALK radios. Over time, youre bound to discover uses of your own. For example, you can stay in touch with others while hiking, bicycling, etc. keep track of family and friends in a shopping mall communicate between different floors of a building talk with neighbors check with traveling companions in another car arrange a meeting spot at crowded public events I N T R O D U C T I O N Caring for Your microTALK Radio Your microTALK radio will give you years of trouble-free service if cared for properly. Here are a few suggestions: 1) Handle the radio gently, 2) Keep it away from dust, 3) Never put the radio in water or in a damp place and 4) Avoid exposure to extreme temperatures. Installing or Replacing Batteries 1. Pull down the LOCK tab to remove the battery compartment cover. LOCK tab 2. Insert your NiCAD battery pack or four AAA batteries. Position batteries according to polarity markings.
(NOTE: NiCAD batteries are included with your microTALK radio. When not using your NiCADs, always use high quality alkaline batteries. Recharge NiCAD battery pack according to the instructions for the FA-CG charger.) 2 COBRA-010 FRS-130-2 VP.r3 10/22/01 12:47 PM Page 4 O P E R AT I O N ENGLISH ENGLISH O P E R AT I O N Turning On Your microTALK Radio 1. Rotate the ON-OFF/VOLUME switch clockwise to turn on the unit (and to adjust the volume). An audible tone will indicate the radio is on. Selecting a Channel 1. With the radio on, select any of the 14 channels by pushing the CHANNEL UP or CHANNEL DOWN button.
(NOTE: Both radios must be tuned to the same channel to communicate.) Talking to Another Person 1. Press and hold the TALK button. TALK button ON-OFF/
VOLUME switch CHANNEL DOWN button CHANNEL UP button 2. With the microphone about 2 inches
(5 cm) from your mouth, speak in a normal voice. Listening for a Response When you are finished talking:
1. Release the TALK button to receive incoming transmissions. Your microTALK is always in listening mode while the TALK button is not pressed. 2. Adjust the volume by rotating the ON-OFF/VOLUME switch. Battery Low When battery power is low, the BATT LOW indicator will blink. Calling Another Person To alert another person that you are calling:
1. Press and release the CALL button. The other person will hear a 2-second ringing tone. You cannot send or receive transmissions during the 2-second call tone. CALL button Auto Battery Save Your microTALK radio 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 and POWER SAVER will appear in the display. This will not affect the units ability to receive incoming transmissions. a w a y i n c h e s 2 VOLUME switch 3. Release the button when youre finished talking and listen for a response. You cannot receive incoming calls while pressing the TALK button. TALK button Illuminating the Display 1. Press and release the LIGHT/MAX RANGE button to illuminate the display for 10 seconds. LIGHT/MAX RANGE button Roger Beep Confirmation Tone Your listener will hear an audible tone when you release the TALK button. This alerts the other party that you are finished talking and it is o.k. for them to speak. 3 4 COBRA-010 FRS-130-2 VP.r3 10/22/01 12:47 PM Page 6 O P E R AT I O N ENGLISH LIMITED 2-YEAR WARRANTYCUSTOMER ASSISTANCE Auto Squelch Your microTALK radio is equipped with Auto Squelch, which automatically shuts off weak transmissions and unwanted noise due to terrain conditions or if youve reached your maximum range limit. Maximum Range Extender You can temporarily turn off Auto Squelch, allowing all signals to be received and extending the maximum range of your radio:
1. Press and hold the LIGHT/MAX RANGE button for 5 seconds. You will hear 2 beeps indicating that Maximum Range Extender is on. 2. To turn Maximum Range Extender off, press and hold the LIGHT/MAX RANGE button for 1 second, or change channels. LIGHT/MAX RANGE button External Speaker/
Microphone Jack Your microTALK radio can be fitted with an external speaker/microphone
(not included), freeing your hands for other tasks. See page 7 for optional accessories. To attach the external speaker/microphone:
1. Open the SPKR/MIC tab on top of the unit. 2. Insert the plug into the SPKR/MIC jack. external speaker/
microphone SPEAKER/
MICROPHONE jack microTALK Range Your microTALK radio has a range of up to 2 miles (3 km). Your range will vary depending on terrain and conditions. In flat, open country your radio will operate at maximum range. Buildings and foliage in the path of the signal can reduce the range. Dense foliage and hilly terrain will further reduce the signal. Remember, you can achieve maximum range by using Maximum Range Extender. See above for details. FOR PRODUCTS PURCHASED IN U.S.A. Cobra Electronics Corporation warrants that its Cobra FRS 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. This warranty may be enforced by the first consumer purchaser, provided that the product is utilized within the U.S.A. Cobra will, without charge, repair or replace, at its option, defective FRS radios, products or component parts upon delivery to the Cobra Factory Service Department, 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 warranty service, but the return charges will be at Cobra's expense, if the product is repaired or replaced under warranty. Customer Assistance After reading this owners manual, if you have any questions about installing or operating your microTALK radio, or if you are missing any parts, please contact Cobra first. Do not return this product to the store. Cobra Electronics offers the following customer support services. Automated Help Desk is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at 773-889-3087. Customer Service Operators are available at the same number 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. CST Monday through Friday (except holidays). Questions can be faxed to 773-622-2269. Technical assistance is available on-line in the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) section at www.cobra.com or by e-mail to productinfo@cobra.com. If your product should require factory service please call Cobra first before sending your unit in. This will ensure the fastest turn-around time on your repair. You may be asked to send your unit to the Cobra factory. It will be necessary to furnish the following in order to have the product serviced and returned. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which 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 a 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 of installation. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and/or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you. 1. For Warranty Repair include some form of proof-of-
purchase, such as a mechanical reproduction or carbon of a sales receipt. If you send the original receipt it cannot be returned. 2. Send the entire product. 3. Enclose a description of what is happening with the unit. Include a typed or clearly printed name and address of where the unit is to be returned. 4. Pack unit securely to prevent damage in transit. If possible, use the original packing material. 5. Ship prepaid and insured by way of a traceable carrier such as United Parcel Service (UPS) or First Class Mail to avoid loss in transit to: Cobra Factory Service, Cobra Electronics Corporation, 6500 W. Cortland St., Chicago, IL 60707. 6. If the unit is in warranty, upon receipt of your unit it will either be repaired or exchanged depending on the model. Please allow approximately 3-4 weeks before contacting us for status. If the unit is out of warranty a letter will automatically be sent informing you of the repair charge or replacement charge. If you have any questions, please call 773-889-3087 for assistance. 5 6 COBRA-010 FRS-130-2 VP.r3 10/22/01 12:47 PM Page 8 WARRANTYCUSTOMER ASSISTANCESPECIFICATIONS ENGLISH ACCESSORIES ORDER FORM FOR PRODUCTS PURCHASED IN CANADA Your new Cobra FRS is covered by a two (2) year replacement warranty. If any manufacturing defect becomes apparent in this product within two years from the original date of purchase, it will be replaced. Please return the FRS radio to your dealer with original or copy of dated proof of purchase. Customer Assistance After reading this owners manual, if you have any questions about installing or operating your microTALK radio, or if you are missing any parts, please contact Cobra first. Do not return this product to the store. Cobra Electronics offers the following customer support service. Technical assistance is available on-line in the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) section at www.cobra.com or by e-mail to productinfo@cobra.com. This warranty does not cover damages due to careless handling, negligence, accident, abuse or failure to follow operating instructions. Alteration of this product or defacing of the serial number cancels all obligations of this warranty. This warranty gives you specified legal rights. Additional warranty rights may be provided by law in some areas. For out of warranty service, ship prepaid this product to:
AVS Technologies Inc., 2100 TransCanada Hwy S., Montreal, Quebec, H9P 2N4. We reserve the right to repair or replace the unit with an equivalent product. Please include the following information:
Date of purchase:
Model No.:
Dealer Purchased from:
Dealer address:
Dealer phone No.:
A. FREQUENCIES CHANNEL ASSIGNMENT CH 1: 462.5625MHz CH 2: 462.5875MHz CH 3: 462.6125MHz CH 4: 462.6375MHz CH 5: 462.6625MHz CH 6: 462.6875MHz CH 7: 462.7125MHz B. RECEIVER 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) SENSITIVITY b) ATTACK TIME c) CLOSING TIME
@ 300 HZ
@ 2500 HZ 5. AUDIO FREQUENCY RESP. 6. SIGNAL DISPLACEMENT BW 7. ADJACENT CH. REJECTION 8. INTERMODULATION REJECTION 9. SPURIOUS RESPONSE REJECTION 7 General Specifications C. TRANSMITTER 1. EFFECTIVE RADIATED POWER 2. CARRIER FREQ. STABILITY 3. MODULATION LIMITING 4. CARRIER ATTACK TIME 5. AUDIO FREQUENCY RESPONSE
@ 300 HZ
@ 2500 HZ 6. AUDIO DISTORTION 7. HUM NOISE 8. TRANSIENT FREQ. BEHAVIOR a) TX ON b) TX OFF D. POWER SUPPLY 1. BATTERY LIFE (1:1:18 RATIO) 2. BATTERY OPERATING RANGE CH 8: 467.5625MHz CH 9: 467.5875MHz CH 10: 467.6125MHz CH 11: 467.6375MHz CH 12: 467.6625MHz CH 13: 467.6875MHz CH 14: 467.7125MHz UNIT dBm dBm mW dB dB m mS mS dB dB
+/-KHZ dB dB dB NOMINAL
-121
-121 200 50
-121 150 200
-3
-10 5 60 65 55 UNIT mW
+_Hz KHz mS dB dB
dB mS mS HR V NOMINAL 500 500 2.5 30
-10 4 3 38 30 5 24 4.0 - 6.0 Replacement Belt Clip FA-BC3 Item #
Vox Headset Mic MA-VOX Ear Bud Mic with PTT MA-EBM US Cost Ea. Lapel Speaker/
Microphone MA-SM Canada Cost Ea. Make check or money order payable to:
Cobra Electronics Attn: Accessories Dept. 6500 West Cortland St. Chicago, IL 60707 Please allow 2-3 weeks for delivery in U.S. Ordering from U.S. Call 773-889-3087 for pricing or visit www.cobra.com For credit card orders fill out order form and fax to 773-622-2269 Or call 773-889-3087
(Press 1 from the main menu) 8:00 am-6:00 pm, M-F, CST. Amount Shipping/Handling
$25.00 and under
$25.01-$40.00
$40.01-$80.00
$80.01-$120.00
$120.01-$160.00
$160.01 and up
$4.75
$6.95
$9.25
$10.25
$11.75
$14.50 For AK, HI and PR please add an additional
$15.00 for UPS shipments. Tax Table Illinois residents add 8.75%
Indiana residents add 5%
Michigan residents add 6%
Ohio residents add 6%
Wisconsin residents add 5%
Ordering from Canada
(Call 514-683-1771 for pricing) Order by phone:
Call 514-683-1771
(Press 1 from the main menu) 9 a.m. - 5p.m., M-F, EST. Order by e-mail:
cobraextras@avs.ca Order by mail or fax: Please fill out order form below, and mail/fax directly to:
AVS Technologies Inc. 2100 Trans Canada Hwy. S. Montreal, Que. H9P 2N4 Fax to: 514-683-5307 Please allow 4-6 weeks for delivery in Canada. NiMH Rechargeable Battery Pack FA-BP Qty. U.S. Subtotal
(Tax if applicable) Shipping/handling Total Canada Amount G.S.T.7%
*QST 7.5%
Shipping/ handling Total 2 Port Desktop Charger FA-CG Amount
$5.50
*Quebec residents only Prices subject to change without notice. To order online, please visit our website:
www.cobra.com Click shop Cobra Name _____________________________________________________________________ Address (No P.O. Box) ___________________________________________________________ City ____________________ State/Province ______________ Zip___________ Country _______ Telephone (___) _________________________ Credit Card No. ___________________________________ Exp. Date _____________________ Customer Signature_____________________________________________________________ Circle One: Visa MasterCard Discover 8 COBRA-010 FRS-130-2 VP.r3 10/22/01 12:47 PM Page 10 P R O D U C T F E AT U R E S FRENCH Antenna TALK button LIGHT/MAX RANGE button CALL button ON-OFF/VOLUME switch belt clip backlit LCD display CHANNEL SELECT buttons speaker/
microphone LIGHT/MAX RANGE button battery charger pads LOCK tab TALK button battery compartment external speaker/
microphone jack 9 ON-OFF/VOLUME switch FRENCH Product Features TWO-WAY RADIO with up to a 2 mile (3 km) range 14 CHANNELS BATTERY SAVER circuitry CALL ALERT ROGER BEEP confirmation tone AUTO SQUELCH MAXIMUM RANGE extender BACKLIT LCD display EXTERNAL SPEAKER/MICROPHONE jack BELT CLIP WRIST STRAP 2 NiCAD BATTERY packs 2-PORT DESKTOP CHARGER Making Life Easier and Safer People have found lots of convenient and helpful ways to use their microTALK radios. Over time, youre bound to discover uses of your own. For example, you can stay in touch with others while hiking, bicycling, etc. keep track of family and friends in a shopping mall communicate between different floors of a building talk with neighbors check with traveling companions in another car arrange a meeting spot at crowded public events I N T R O D U C T I O N Caring for Your microTALK Radio Your microTALK radio will give you years of trouble-free service if cared for properly. Here are a few suggestions: 1) Handle the radio gently, 2) Keep it away from dust, 3) Never put the radio in water or in a damp place and 4) Avoid exposure to extreme temperatures. Installing or Replacing Batteries 1. Pull down the LOCK tab to remove the battery compartment cover. LOCK tab 2. Insert your NiCAD battery pack or four AAA batteries. Position batteries according to polarity markings.
(NOTE: NiCAD batteries are included with your microTALK radio. When not using your NiCADs, always use high quality alkaline batteries. Recharge NiCAD battery pack according to the instructions for the FA-CG charger.) 10 COBRA-010 FRS-130-2 VP.r3 10/22/01 12:47 PM Page 12 O P E R AT I O N FRENCH FRENCH O P E R AT I O N Turning On Your microTALK Radio 1. Rotate the ON-OFF/VOLUME switch clockwise to turn on the unit (and to adjust the volume). An audible tone will indicate the radio is on. Selecting a Channel 1. With the radio on, select any of the 14 channels by pushing the CHANNEL UP or CHANNEL DOWN button.
(NOTE: Both radios must be tuned to the same channel to communicate.) Talking to Another Person 1. Press and hold the TALK button. TALK button ON-OFF/
VOLUME switch CHANNEL DOWN button CHANNEL UP button 2. With the microphone about 2 inches
(5 cm) from your mouth, speak in a normal voice. Listening for a Response When you are finished talking:
1. Release the TALK button to receive incoming transmissions. Your microTALK is always in listening mode while the TALK button is not pressed. 2. Adjust the volume by rotating the ON-OFF/VOLUME switch. Battery Low When battery power is low, the BATT LOW indicator will blink. Calling Another Person To alert another person that you are calling:
1. Press and release the CALL button. The other person will hear a 2-second ringing tone. You cannot send or receive transmissions during the 2-second call tone. CALL button Auto Battery Save Your microTALK radio 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 and POWER SAVER will appear in the display. This will not affect the units ability to receive incoming transmissions. a w a y i n c h e s 2 VOLUME switch 3. Release the button when youre finished talking and listen for a response. You cannot receive incoming calls while pressing the TALK button. TALK button Illuminating the Display 1. Press and release the LIGHT/MAX RANGE button to illuminate the display for 10 seconds. LIGHT/MAX RANGE button Roger Beep Confirmation Tone Your listener will hear an audible tone when you release the TALK button. This alerts the other party that you are finished talking and it is o.k. for them to speak. 11 12 COBRA-010 FRS-130-2 VP.r3 10/22/01 12:47 PM Page 14 O P E R AT I O N FRENCH WARRANTYCUSTOMER ASSISTANCESPECIFICATIONS Auto Squelch Your microTALK radio is equipped with Auto Squelch, which automatically shuts off weak transmissions and unwanted noise due to terrain conditions or if youve reached your maximum range limit. Maximum Range Extender You can temporarily turn off Auto Squelch, allowing all signals to be received and extending the maximum range of your radio:
1. Press and hold the LIGHT/MAX RANGE button for 5 seconds. You will hear 2 beeps indicating that Maximum Range Extender is on. 2. To turn Maximum Range Extender off, press and hold the LIGHT/MAX RANGE button for 1 second, or change channels. LIGHT/MAX RANGE button 13 External Speaker/
Microphone Jack Your microTALK radio can be fitted with an external speaker/microphone
(not included), freeing your hands for other tasks. See page 7 for optional accessories. To attach the external speaker/microphone:
1. Open the SPKR/MIC tab on top of the unit. 2. Insert the plug into the SPKR/MIC jack. external speaker/
microphone SPEAKER/
MICROPHONE jack microTALK Range Your microTALK radio has a range of up to 2 miles (3 km). Your range will vary depending on terrain and conditions. In flat, open country your radio will operate at maximum range. Buildings and foliage in the path of the signal can reduce the range. Dense foliage and hilly terrain will further reduce the signal. Remember, you can achieve maximum range by using Maximum Range Extender. See above for details. FOR PRODUCTS PURCHASED IN CANADA Your new Cobra FRS is covered by a two (2) year replacement warranty. If any manufacturing defect becomes apparent in this product within two years from the original date of purchase, it will be replaced. Please return the FRS radio to your dealer with original or copy of dated proof of purchase. Customer Assistance After reading this owners manual, if you have any questions about installing or operating your microTALK radio, or if you are missing any parts, please contact Cobra first. Do not return this product to the store. Cobra Electronics offers the following customer support service. Technical assistance is available on-line in the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) section at www.cobra.com or by e-mail to productinfo@cobra.com. This warranty does not cover damages due to careless handling, negligence, accident, abuse or failure to follow operating instructions. Alteration of this product or defacing of the serial number cancels all obligations of this warranty. This warranty gives you specified legal rights. Additional warranty rights may be provided by law in some areas. For out of warranty service, ship prepaid this product to:
AVS Technologies Inc., 2100 TransCanada Hwy S., Montreal, Quebec, H9P 2N4. We reserve the right to repair or replace the unit with an equivalent product. Please include the following information:
Date of purchase:
Model No. Dealer Purchased from:
Dealer address:
Dealer phone No.:
General Specifications A. FREQUENCIES CHANNEL ASSIGNMENT CH 1: 462.5625MHz CH 2: 462.5875MHz CH 3: 462.6125MHz CH 4: 462.6375MHz CH 5: 462.6625MHz CH 6: 462.6875MHz CH 7: 462.7125MHz B. RECEIVER 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) SENSITIVITY b) ATTACK TIME c) CLOSING TIME
@ 300 HZ
@ 2500 HZ 5. AUDIO FREQUENCY RESP. CH 8: 467.5625MHz CH 9: 467.5875MHz CH 10: 467.6125MHz CH 11: 467.6375MHz CH 12: 467.6625MHz CH 13: 467.6875MHz CH 14: 467.7125MHz UNIT dBm dBm mW dB dB m mS mS dB dB NOMINAL
-121
-121 200 50
-121 150 200
-3
-10 B. RECEIVER (continued) 6. SIGNAL DISPLACEMENT BW 7. ADJACENT CH. REJECTION 8. INTERMODULATION REJECTION 9. SPURIOUS RESPONSE REJECTION C. TRANSMITTER 1. EFFECTIVE RADIATED POWER 2. CARRIER FREQ. STABILITY 3. MODULATION LIMITING 4. CARRIER ATTACK TIME 5. AUDIO FREQUENCY RESPONSE
@ 300 HZ
@ 2500 HZ 6. AUDIO DISTORTION 7. HUM NOISE 8. TRANSIENT FREQ. BEHAVIOR a) TX ON b) TX OFF D. POWER SUPPLY 1. BATTERY LIFE (1:1:18 RATIO) 2. BATTERY OPERATING RANGE
+/-KHZ dB dB dB 5 60 65 55 UNIT mW
+_Hz KHz mS dB dB
dB mS mS HR V NOMINAL 500 500 2.5 30
-10 4 3 38 30 5 24 4.0 - 6.0 14 COBRA-010 FRS-130-2 VP.r3 10/22/01 12:47 PM Page 16 ACCESSORIES ORDER FORM FRENCH Replacement Belt Clip FA-BC3 Item #
Vox Headset Mic MA-VOX Ear Bud Mic with PTT MA-EBM Lapel Speaker/
Microphone MA-SM NiMH Rechargeable Battery Pack FA-BP 2 Port Desktop Charger FA-CG Cost Ea. Qty. Amount Ordering from Canada Call 514-683-1771 for pricing. Order by phone: Call 514-683-1771 (Press 1 from the main menu) 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., M-F, EST. Order by e-mail: cobraextras@avs.ca Order by mail or fax: Please fill out order form below,and mail/fax directly to:
AVS Technologies Inc. 2100 Trans Canada Hwy. S. Montreal, Que. H9P 2N4 Fax to: 514-683-5307 Please allow 4-6 weeks for delivery. Amount G.S.T.7%
*QST 7.5%
Shipping/ handling Total
$5.50
*Quebec residents only Prices subject to change without notice. For additional customer assistance and warranty information, contact your local dealer. Name _____________________________________________________________________ Address (No P.O. Box) ___________________________________________________________ City ____________________ State/Province ______________ Zip___________ Country _______ Telephone (___) _________________________ Circle One: Visa MasterCard Discover Credit Card No. ___________________________________ Exp. Date _____________________ Customer Signature_____________________________________________________________ 15 16 COBRA-010 FRS-130-2 VP.r3 10/22/01 12:47 PM Page 18 P R O D U C T F E AT U R E S SPANISH Antenna TALK button LIGHT/MAX RANGE button CALL button ON-OFF/VOLUME switch belt clip backlit LCD display CHANNEL SELECT buttons speaker/
microphone LIGHT/MAX RANGE button battery charger pads LOCK tab TALK button battery compartment external speaker/
microphone jack 17 ON-OFF/VOLUME switch SPANISH Product Features TWO-WAY RADIO with up to a 2 mile (3 km) range 14 CHANNELS BATTERY SAVER circuitry CALL ALERT ROGER BEEP confirmation tone AUTO SQUELCH MAXIMUM RANGE extender BACKLIT LCD display EXTERNAL SPEAKER/MICROPHONE jack BELT CLIP WRIST STRAP 2 NiCAD BATTERY packs 2-PORT DESKTOP CHARGER Making Life Easier and Safer People have found lots of convenient and helpful ways to use their microTALK radios. Over time, youre bound to discover uses of your own. For example, you can stay in touch with others while hiking, bicycling, etc. keep track of family and friends in a shopping mall communicate between different floors of a building talk with neighbors check with traveling companions in another car arrange a meeting spot at crowded public events I N T R O D U C T I O N Caring for Your microTALK Radio Your microTALK radio will give you years of trouble-free service if cared for properly. Here are a few suggestions: 1) Handle the radio gently, 2) Keep it away from dust, 3) Never put the radio in water or in a damp place and 4) Avoid exposure to extreme temperatures. Installing or Replacing Batteries 1. Pull down the LOCK tab to remove the battery compartment cover. LOCK tab 2. Insert your NiCAD battery pack or four AAA batteries. Position batteries according to polarity markings.
(NOTE: NiCAD batteries are included with your microTALK radio. When not using your NiCADs, always use high quality alkaline batteries. Recharge NiCAD battery pack according to the instructions for the FA-CG charger.) 18 COBRA-010 FRS-130-2 VP.r3 10/22/01 12:47 PM Page 20 O P E R AT I O N SPANISH SPANISH O P E R AT I O N Turning On Your microTALK Radio 1. Rotate the ON-OFF/VOLUME switch clockwise to turn on the unit (and to adjust the volume). An audible tone will indicate the radio is on. Selecting a Channel 1. With the radio on, select any of the 14 channels by pushing the CHANNEL UP or CHANNEL DOWN button.
(NOTE: Both radios must be tuned to the same channel to communicate.) Talking to Another Person 1. Press and hold the TALK button. TALK button ON-OFF/
VOLUME switch CHANNEL DOWN button CHANNEL UP button 2. With the microphone about 2 inches
(5 cm) from your mouth, speak in a normal voice. Listening for a Response When you are finished talking:
1. Release the TALK button to receive incoming transmissions. Your microTALK is always in listening mode while the TALK button is not pressed. 2. Adjust the volume by rotating the ON-OFF/VOLUME switch. Battery Low When battery power is low, the BATT LOW indicator will blink. Calling Another Person To alert another person that you are calling:
1. Press and release the CALL button. The other person will hear a 2-second ringing tone. You cannot send or receive transmissions during the 2-second call tone. CALL button Auto Battery Save Your microTALK radio 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 and POWER SAVER will appear in the display. This will not affect the units ability to receive incoming transmissions. a w a y i n c h e s 2 VOLUME switch 3. Release the button when youre finished talking and listen for a response. You cannot receive incoming calls while pressing the TALK button. TALK button Illuminating the Display 1. Press and release the LIGHT/MAX RANGE button to illuminate the display for 10 seconds. LIGHT/MAX RANGE button Roger Beep Confirmation Tone Your listener will hear an audible tone when you release the TALK button. This alerts the other party that you are finished talking and it is o.k. for them to speak. 19 20 COBRA-010 FRS-130-2 VP.r3 10/22/01 12:47 PM Page 22 O P E R AT I O N SPANISH SPANISH WARRANTYACCESSORIESSPECIFICATIONS Auto Squelch Your microTALK radio is equipped with Auto Squelch, which automatically shuts off weak transmissions and unwanted noise due to terrain conditions or if youve reached your maximum range limit. Maximum Range Extender You can temporarily turn off Auto Squelch, allowing all signals to be received and extending the maximum range of your radio:
1. Press and hold the LIGHT/MAX RANGE button for 5 seconds. You will hear 2 beeps indicating that Maximum Range Extender is on. 2. To turn Maximum Range Extender off, press and hold the LIGHT/MAX RANGE button for 1 second, or change channels. LIGHT/MAX RANGE button 21 External Speaker/
Microphone Jack Your microTALK radio can be fitted with an external speaker/microphone
(not included), freeing your hands for other tasks. See page 7 for optional accessories. To attach the external speaker/microphone:
1. Open the SPKR/MIC tab on top of the unit. 2. Insert the plug into the SPKR/MIC jack. external speaker/
microphone SPEAKER/
MICROPHONE jack microTALK Range Your microTALK radio has a range of up to 2 miles (3 km). Your range will vary depending on terrain and conditions. In flat, open country your radio will operate at maximum range. Buildings and foliage in the path of the signal can reduce the range. Dense foliage and hilly terrain will further reduce the signal. Remember, you can achieve maximum range by using Maximum Range Extender. See above for details. For customer assistance and warranty information, contact your local dealer. For accessory availability and pricing, contact your local dealer. Replacement Belt Clip FA-BC3 Vox Headset Mic MA-VOX Ear Bud Mic with PTT MA-EBM Lapel Speaker/Microphone MA-SM NiMH Rechargeable Battery Pack FA-BP 2 Port Desktop Charger FA-CG A. FREQUENCIES CHANNEL ASSIGNMENT CH 1: 462.5625MHz CH 2: 462.5875MHz CH 3: 462.6125MHz CH 4: 462.6375MHz CH 5: 462.6625MHz CH 6: 462.6875MHz CH 7: 462.7125MHz B. RECEIVER 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) SENSITIVITY b) ATTACK TIME c) CLOSING TIME
@ 300 HZ
@ 2500 HZ 5. AUDIO FREQUENCY RESP. 6. SIGNAL DISPLACEMENT BW 7. ADJACENT CH. REJECTION 8. INTERMODULATION REJECTION 9. SPURIOUS RESPONSE REJECTION General Specifications C. TRANSMITTER 1. EFFECTIVE RADIATED POWER 2. CARRIER FREQ. STABILITY 3. MODULATION LIMITING 4. CARRIER ATTACK TIME 5. AUDIO FREQUENCY RESPONSE
@ 300 HZ
@ 2500 HZ 6. AUDIO DISTORTION 7. HUM NOISE 8. TRANSIENT FREQ. BEHAVIOR a) TX ON b) TX OFF D. POWER SUPPLY 1. BATTERY LIFE (1:1:18 RATIO) 2. BATTERY OPERATING RANGE CH 8: 467.5625MHz CH 9: 467.5875MHz CH 10: 467.6125MHz CH 11: 467.6375MHz CH 12: 467.6625MHz CH 13: 467.6875MHz CH 14: 467.7125MHz UNIT dBm dBm mW dB dB m mS mS dB dB
+/-KHZ dB dB dB NOMINAL
-121
-121 200 50
-121 150 200
-3
-10 5 60 65 55 UNIT mW
+_Hz KHz mS dB dB
dB mS mS HR V NOMINAL 500 500 2.5 30
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