Cobra MicroTalk 2 Specifications

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How to Use Your Cobra

M i c ro Ta l k

2 - Way Radio

Contents

Section A - English:

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

The PMR Story........................................................................A1

Included Accessories

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

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

Operating your MicroTalk

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

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

Turning On............................................................................5

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

Select Main Channel (1-8)...............................................6

Select CTCSS Subchannel (00-38)................................6

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

Calling Another Party .......................................................10

Talking To Another Party .................................................12

Talk Confirmation Tone....................................................14

Listening For Another Party ...........................................14

Auto Squelch.......................................................................15

Maximum Range Ex tender.............................................15

MicroTalk Range................................................................16

Making Life Easier And Safer ..........................................17

External Microphone/Speaker Jack ............................19

Advanced Features ..............................................................20

Programming Memory Locations................................22

Using Memory Locations................................................26

Scan Function......................................................................28

Ringer/Vibrate Modes......................................................32

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

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

Caring for Your MicroTalk ................................................39

MicroTalk Specifications ..................................................40

Accessories ..............................................................................42

De u t s c h . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Abschnitt B

Es p a ñ o l. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sección C

Fra n ç a i s. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Se ction D

It a l i a n o. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sezione E

Features of This Product

• UHF FM Frequencies

• No Air-time Fees

• Up to 3 km (2-mile) Ra n g e

• 8 Main Channels

• 38 CTCSS Subchannels

• LCD Function Display

• Talk Confirmation To n e

• Ca l l / Ring 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

• Full Channel/CTCSS Scan

• Lock Key

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

• Wrist Strap/Belt Clip

• Water Resistant

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Operation

Battery

Installation

Note

Batteries not included with

MicroTalk 2-way radio.

Install Batteries

1 Clear antenna.

Operation

A.

B.

2

2 Remove belt clip by (A.) pulling tab out and

(B.) sliding belt clip up and off unit.

3 Pull lock tab down and lift door up

(towards you) to remove battery cover.

4 Insert four “AAA” batteries. Position batteries according to po l a ri ty marki n g s.

Note

Always use high-quality alkaline or NiMH batteries.

Incorrect positioning can damage both the batteries and the unit.

On ly the Co b ra NiMH b a t te ry pack (Pa rt no.

P M R-BP) can be re c h a rg e d.

See Accessories on page 42.

Charge ports for recharging

NiMH (Nickel Metal

Hydride) battery pack are located on back of unit.

Note

When batteries are low or need charging the

BATT LOW indicator will blink. Replace alkaline batteries or recharge NiMH battery pack.

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Operation

LCD Display LCD Display

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Operation

Turning On Your MicroTalk

Rotate ON - OFF Volume Control clockwise.

An audible “tone” will indicate that the unit is on.

The LCD will go through a 3-second self-test and then go to operational mode.

Turning

On Your

MicroTalk

Note

Wh e n ever the unit is on yo u can re ce i ve co m m u n i ca t i o n s.

Operational Mode

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.

Auto Battery

Power Saver

Note

The Auto Battery Save

Circuit does not affect the unit’s ability to receive incoming transmissions.

The icon will flash.

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Operation

Select Main

Channel

Note

Units must be on same channel and subchannels to communicate.

Note

Push and hold the buttons for fast channel advance.

Select Main Channel (1-8)

1 Rotate ON - OFF Volume Control clockwise.

An audible “tone” will indicate that the unit is on. The LCD will go through a 3-second selftest and then go to operational mode.

2 Select channel by pushing and releasing either button.

Operation

Select CTCSS Subchannel (00-38) continued Select CTCSS

Subchannel




Note

If you push and hold the button,the LCD display will cycle through the different functions.

2 Select main channel by pushing and releasing either button.

Note

To return to operational mode and not save your last setting push and release button.

Select CTCSS

Subchannel

Select CTCSS Subchannel (00-38)

The CTCSS (Co ntinuous Tone Co nt rolled Sq u e l c h

Sys tem) is a gre at co nve n i e n ce when you are in an are a with many ra d i o s.It acts like a gate to tra n s m i s s i o n s f rom other ra d i o s.O n ce your radio is set to a CTC S S cod e, you will only hear transmissions from other ra d i o s on the same channel and the same CTCSS cod e.

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3 Push and release button. Small numbers flash next to channel display on LCD.

continued

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Operation Operation

Select CTCSS

Subchannel

Se l e ct CTCSS Su bchannel (00-38)

co n t i n u e d

Battery Low Battery Low

Note

Push and hold the buttons for fast channel advance.

4 Se l e ct s u bcode number by pushing and re l e a s i n g either button.

5 When desired code is displayed push and release button. If key stroke tone is on, an audible tone will confirm your selection.

When the unit is in normal use the icon may begin flashing. This is a warning to you that your batteries are getting low.

Note

When battery capacity is at the 1/4 level it is recommended that you replace alkaline batteries or recharge your NiMH (Nickel

Metal Hyd ride) batte ry pack.

Replace alkaline batteries as soon as possible and/or recharge NiMH battery pack.

Only the Cobra NiMH battery pack (Part no.

PMR-BP) pack can be recharged.

Note

NiMH rechargeable battery

Pack (item no. PMR-BP) and

2 port desktop charger

(item no. PMR-CH) are not included with this unit.

See Accessories section on page 42.

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Operation

Calling

Another

Party

Calling Another Party

To alert another party that you wish to communicate:

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Operation

1 Turn on your MicroTalk 2-way radio.

An audible “tone” will indicate that the unit is on. The LCD will go through a 3-second selftest and then to operational mode.

2 Place antenna in full upright position.

3 Select desired channel by pushing and

releasing either button.

Note

Both the calling and receiving units must be on same channel and subchannel for the call function to work.

4 Push and release button. The indicator icon will flash and the icon will remain on for 3 seconds. The unit you are calling will emit a 2 second ring tone.

5 Wait for the party’s response or proceed to

“Talking To Another Party” section on next page.

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Note

Your incoming “Ca l l ”a u d i o ringing level is dependent on your unit’s volume setting.


Operation

Talking to

Another

Party

Talking To Another Party

To send your outgoing message:

Note

Both units must be on same channel to communicate.

1 Turn on your MicroTalk 2-way radio.


3 Push and hold button.

4 The i con will appe a r.

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Operation

Note

While PTT button is depressed you cannot receive incoming calls.

2 Place antenna in full upright position.

5 Hold mic about

5 cm from mouth.

Speak in a normal voice.

6 Release button and listen for response.

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Note

When you release the

PTT button,the person you are talking to will hear a tone indicating that it’s OK to talk. See Talk

Confirmation Tone section on page 14.


Operation Operation

Talk

Confirmation

Tone

Talk Confirmation Tone

Your listener will hear an audible tone when you release the PTT button.

This alerts the other party t h at you have finished talki n g and it’s OK for them to be g i n t a l ki n g.

Auto Squelch

Your MicroTalk is equipped with Auto Squelch, which automatically shuts off weak transmissions and unwanted noise due to ter rain conditions or if you have reached your range limit.

Auto Squelch

Maximum Range Extender

Auto squelch can be temporarily removed to allow all signals to enter by pressing the button (Maximum Range Ex tender).

Maximum

Range

Extender

Listening For

Another Party

Listening For Another Party

When you have finished talking:

Note

While PTT button is depre s s e d you cannot re ce i ve inco m i n g co m m u n i ca t i o n s.

Listening mode.

1 Release button to receive incoming transmissions.

Your MicroTalk is always in listening mode when the PTT button is not pressed and you are not in function mode. See Advanced Features section on page 20.

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1 Push and hold the button for 1 second to allow all signals to ente r.

Note

To learn more about the range of your MicroTalk, see MicroTalk Range

Section on page 16.

Range is dependent on battery condition and the features of the terrain.

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MicroTalk Range

MicroTalk

Range

MicroTalk Range

Your Mi c ro Talk Radio has a range of up to 3 km

(2-miles). This effective range may be shortened under some conditions.

Making Life Easier and Safer

MicroTalk 2-Way Radio Can Make Life

Easier and Safer

As you become familiar with your MicroTalk

Radio you will find many of your own uses for the unit.

Some suggestions include:

MicroTalk

2-Way Radio

Can Make

Life Easier and Safer

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1. Under flat, o pe n conditions you will ex pe ri e n ce the

Mi c ro Ta l k’s maximum ra n g e.

2. Range can be re d u ced by buildings and foliage in the p ath of the signal.

3. Range will be f u rther re d u ced by dense foliage and hilly te rra i n .

To achieve maximum range the auto squelch can be ove r ri d d e n .

Re fer to Maximum

Range Extender sect i o n on page 15.

1. Talking with fellow hikers.

2. Keeping track of your family and friends in a shopping centre.

continued

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Making Life Easier and Safer

MicroTalk

2-Way Radio

Can Make

Life Easier and Safer

MicroTalk 2-Way Radio Can Make Life

Easier and Safer

continued

E x t e rnal Microphone/Speaker Jack

External Microphone/Speaker Jack

Your MicroTalk 2-Way Radio can be fitted with an external microphone/speaker (not included), freeing your hands for other tasks.

To attach the external microphone/speaker:

External

Microphone/

Speaker Jack

3. Communicating between different floors of a building.

4. Talking to a neighbour or a friend.

Note

In some countries it may be illegal to use a handheld radio whilst driving a motor vehicle.

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5. Checking on travelling companions in another car.

6. Agreeing on a meeting spot after an event.

1 Open Mic/Spkr tab on top of unit.

2 Insert plug into the Mic/Spkr jacks.

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Advanced Features

Advanced

Features

No te

When using or prog ra mming funct i o n s, pushing and releasing the button or the button will save all e n te red info r m a t i o n .

No te

To exit out of function mod e and return to ope ra t i o n a l m ode without saving ente re d i n formation simply press the b u t to n .

Advanced Features

Your MicroTalk has many advanced features not found on other 2-way radios.

These include:

• 10 Memory Storage Location and Recall

• Full Channel/Subchannel Scan

• Ring/Vibrate Notification Modes

• Tone Indicator Settings

• Key Stroke Tone

• Talk Confirmation Tone

• Lock Key

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Advanced Features

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Note

If you push and hold the button,the MicroTalk will cycle through the different functions.

If after 10 seconds no selection is made, the unit will return to operational mode.


Advanced Features

Programming

Memory

Locations

Programming Memory Locations

Your MicroTalk has 10 memory (0-9) lo cations for storing your most frequently used channels .



Advanced Features

4 Push and release button again.

MAIN CHANNEL will flash and only the icon will remain flashing.

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 26.

2 Push and release button until icon and a memory location flashes.

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3 Select memory location you wish to change by

pushing and releasing either button.

(Use MEM 6 for this example).

5 Select desired main channel you wish to store

(1-8) by pushing and releasing either button.(Use CHANNEL 8 for this example.) continued

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Advanced Features

Programming

Memory

Locations

Programming Memory Locations

continued

Note

Push and hold either button for fast channel advance.

6 Push and release button which sets main channel in memory and moves to subchannel selection. The subchannel begins flashing.

The icon will remain flashing.

Advanced Features

Your MicroTalk will stay in the subchannel section until you:

A Push and hold button to set memory location and stay in memory scan.

or...

B Push and release button to return to operational mode.

or...

C Push and release button to proceed to next function mode (Scan).

Note

If you push and hold the button,the LCD display will cycle through the different functions.

Note

You can push and hold the b u t ton to begin talki n g at any time.

7 Select subchannel you wish to store (00-38) b y

pushing and releasing either button.(Use SUBCHANNEL 38 for this example.)

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Advanced Features

Using

Memory

Locations

Memory Channel Recall/Talk

To recall a channel in memory:

Advanced Features

1 Push and release button until icon and a memory location flashes.

3 Push and hold button and talk. Your radio will stay on this recalled lo cation until you exit out of memory function mode.

4 Repeat step 2 to recall other memor y locations.

To exit the Memory Mode and return to

Operational Mode:

Note

If function button is pushed while you are listening/ talking, programming will begin. See Programming

Memory Locations on page 22.

2 Select memory location you wish to recall (0-9) by pushing and releasing either button.

5 Push and release button.

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Advanced Features Advanced Features

Scan Function Scan Function



Note

The Mi c ro Talk “ze ros out” t h e s u bchannels to allow sca nning of the main channels.

2 Push and release button until icon and main channel flashes.

3 Push and release either button and the unit will begin scanning the main channels.

4 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:

A Push and hold button and talk. Your radio will return to operational mode on that channel.

or...

B Push and release either button to rescan the main channel.

or...

C Proceed to subchannel scan on next page.

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Advanced Features

Scan Function Scan Function

continued

To scan subchannels:

1 Push and release button and subchannel and scan icon will flash.

Advanced Features

Your MicroTalk will pick it up for 10 seconds.

Within 10 seconds you can:

A Push and hold button and talk. Your radio will return to operational mode on that channel.

or...

B Push and release either button to rescan the main channel.

To exit the Scan Mode and return to

Operational Mode: Note

If you wish to proceed to the next function mode, push and release button.


2 Push and release either button.

Subchannel scanning will start, and stop when an incoming transmission is detected.

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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:




Advanced Features

3 Push and release either button until icon appears for ringer mode.

continued

2 Push and release flashes.

button until icon

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Advanced Features

Ringer/Vibrate

Modes

Ringer/Vibrate Modes

continued

Advanced Features

Note

When you push and hold the PTT button,the unit exits out to operational mode.


4 Push and release either button again.

icon appears for vibrator mode.

5 Push and release either b u t ton again and both icons will be displayed fo r ri n g e r / v i b rate mod e.

6 After selecting the mode you desire, push and release button or button to proceed to next function.

Note

Unit must be in operational mode to test ring/vibrate.

Ringer/Vibrate Test

To test the ringer/vibrate mode:

1 Turn on unit.

2 Push and hold button.

3 Quickly push and release button. Unit will ring, vibrate, or ring/vibrate for 5 seconds.

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Advanced Features

Tone

Settings

Tone Setting

The Key Stroke Tone and Talk Confirmation Tone can be temporarily turned on or off during the operation of your MicroTalk 2-Way Radio.

Note

The Key Stroke Tone and

Talk Confirmation Tone can be temporarily turned on or off at any time while in operational mode.

Key Stroke Tone Indicator

You will hear an audible tone when any button is pushed (except PTT button). To turn the audible tone on or off:

1 Push and hold button until icon disappears from the LCD display.

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2 To return to the audible mode, push and hold button until icon appears in the LCD display.

Advanced Features

Talk Confirmation Tone Indicator

To te m po ra rily eliminate the Talk Co n f i rm ation To n e :

1

2

3

Push and re l e a s e

Push and release either b u t ton until icon appears in the LCD display.

Push and hold disappear.

b u t ton until icon flashes.

Note

For more information see

Talk Confirmation Tone section on page 14.

button.

icon will

Note

To restore the Talk

Confirmation Tone repeat steps 1- 3 as shown to the left.

Note

When you push and hold the PTT button,the unit exits out to operational mode.


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Advanced Features

Lock Function Lock Function

The purpose of the LOCK function is to lock most buttons to avoid accidental operation.

To engage the LOCK function:

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.

Here are some suggestions:

Caring for Your

MicroTalk

Radio

Note

Call button, Range Extender button and PTT button do not lock and are fully operational while the unit is locked.


icon flashes.

Most buttons are locked.

The unit cannot lock while in function mode.

2 To “unlock” push and release button again.

Buttons are “unlocked” and icon disappears.

1. Handle unit gently.

2. Keep away from dust.

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3. Never place the unit in water or in a damp place.

4. Avoid exposure to extreme temperatures.

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MicroTalk

Specifications

I.GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

PMR

Channel

6

7

4

5

8

1

2

3

A.FREQUENCY

Channel

Frequency

In MHz

446.00625

446.01875

446.03125

446.04375

446.05625

446.06875

446.08125

446.09375

B. RECEIVER

UNIT

1. SENSITIVITY

FOR 12 DB SINAD

FOR CALL SIG.DETECTION

µV

µV

2. MAX. AUDIO OUTPUT @10% THD mW

3. MAX.S/N RATIO @ 1mV RF INPUT dB

4. SQUELCH a) SENS.

b) ATTACK TIME c) CLOSING TIME

5. AUDIO FREQUENCY RESP.

@ 300 HZ

@ 3000 HZ

6. SIGNAL DISPLACEMENT BW

µV ms ms dB dB

-6

-6

+/-kHz 5

0.25

0.2

100

45

0.2

120

200

7. ADJACENT CH.REJECTION

8. INTERMODULATION REJECTION dB dB

9. SPURIOUS RESPONSE REJECTION dB

55

55

65

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MicroTalk

Specifications

C.TRANSMITTER

1. EFFECTIVE RADIATED POWER

2. CARRIER FREQ.STABILIT Y

3. MODULATION LIMITING

4. CARRIER ATTACK TIME

5. AUDIO FREQUENCY RESPONSE

@ 300 HZ

@ 3000 HZ

6. AUDIO DISTORTION

7. HUM and NOISE

8. TRANSIENT FREQ.BEHAVIOR

a) TX ON b) TX OFF

D. POWER SUPPLY

1. BATTERY LIFE (1:1:18 RATIO)

2. BATTERY dB dB

% dB ms ms

UNIT mW

H z kHz ms

500

500

2.5

80

-6

-6

3

45

30

5

HR

V

24

4.8 - 6.0

The use of this 2-way radioproduct involves the public airways and its use may be subject to local laws, regulations, and ordinances. Before using the product you should check to see that the contemplated use does not violate any local law, regulation or ordinance that may be applicable.

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Accessories

(1) NiMH Rechargeable

Battery Pack

High performance Nickel

Metal Hydride battery pack for multiple recharging

P M R-BP

2 Po rt De s k top Ch a rg e r

Ch a rges your Mi c ro Talk Radio and (1) NiCad batte ry pack

P M R- C H

Carrying Case

Durable case perfectly fits your

MicroTalk radio

P M R- CCB

Ear Bud Mic with PTT

I n te g ra ted spe a ker/mic adapte r that fits in your ear. Includes s h i rt clip.

P M R-EBM

Lapel Microphone

Remote microphone/speaker connection.

P M R- S M

Replacement Belt Clip

P M R-BC

Vox Mic

VOX (Voice Operated

Transmitter) adapter allows you hands-free operation.

PMR-VOX

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You Can Find These High-Quality Accessories

At

Your Local Cobra Dealer.

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Notes


© 1999 Cobra Electronics Corporation

6500 West Cortland Street

Chicago, Illinois 60707 USA www.cobraelec.com

Private Mobile Radio

2-Way Radio

Cobra MicroTalk PMR 300

Betriebsfunkgerät für

Gegensprechbetrieb

Radio móvil privada bidireccional

Cobra MicroTalk

PMR 300

Appareil de radiocommunications

à usage privé

Ricetrasmettitore portatile per uso privato

“Ingenious Prod u cts for Easier Co m m u n i cat i o n .”


2

1

The Private Mobile Radio Story

The Private Mobile Radio 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 shopping centre? Cobr a’s MicroTalk radios are a great way for friends or family to increase their fun - and safe ty - by staying in to u c h while on the go and they are pe rfe ct for business as we l l , such as office to wa rehouse co m m u n i cat i o n s.

The ERC (European Radiocommunications

Committee) has created 8 channels, called Private

Mobile Radio (PMR). These channels are in the

UHF (Ultra High Frequency) band which means great penetration through buildings, thick forests, hills, and other dense structures. They are also FM

(Frequency Modulation) signals which means crystal-clear reception even in crowded noisy environments.

Included with your MicroTalk

1.

Removable Belt Clip

2.

Wrist Strap

A1


Controls and Indicators

1.

Retractable Antenna

2.

Belt Clip

3.

On/Off Volume Control

4.

Microphone Jack

5.

Speaker Jack

6.

Battery Charge Pads

7.

Lock Button

8.

LCD Display

9.

Enter Button

1 0 .

Function Button

1 1 .

Call Button

12.

Channel Select Buttons

13.

Microphone

14 .

Maximum Range

Extender Button

15 .

PTT (Push To Talk ) Key

16 .

Battery Chamber

1

7

9

10

1 1

8

1 2

1 3

A2

Controls and Indicators

1

2

4 5

3

1 5

14

16

6

Thank you for purchasing the Cobra PMR 300

2-way Radio. Properly used, this Cobra product will give you many years of reliable service.

Co b ra on the Wo rld Wi d e

We b :

Frequently Asked Questions

(FAQ) can be found on-line

A3

Cobra MicroTalk 2 Specifications

M i c ro Ta l k

Battery

Installation

Install Batteries

LCD Display LCD Display

Turning On Your MicroTalk

Turning

On Your

MicroTalk

Auto Battery Power Saver

Auto Battery

Power Saver

Select Main

Channel

Select Main Channel (1-8)

Select CTCSS Subchannel (00-38) continued Select CTCSS

Subchannel

Select CTCSS

Subchannel

Select CTCSS Subchannel (00-38)

Select CTCSS

Subchannel

Se l e ct CTCSS Su bchannel (00-38)

Battery Low Battery Low

Calling

Another

Party

Calling Another Party

Talking to

Another

Party

Talking To Another Party

Talk

Confirmation

Tone

Talk Confirmation Tone

Auto Squelch

Auto Squelch

Maximum Range Extender

Maximum

Range

Extender

Listening For

Another Party

Listening For Another Party

MicroTalk

Range

MicroTalk Range

MicroTalk 2-Way Radio Can Make Life

Easier and Safer

MicroTalk

2-Way Radio

Can Make

Life Easier and Safer

MicroTalk

2-Way Radio

Can Make

Life Easier and Safer

MicroTalk 2-Way Radio Can Make Life

Easier and Safer

External Microphone/Speaker Jack

External

Microphone/

Speaker Jack

Advanced

Features

Advanced Features

Programming

Memory

Locations

Programming Memory Locations

Programming

Memory

Locations

Programming Memory Locations

Using

Memory

Locations

Memory Channel Recall/Talk