Cobra Electronics Corporation 0131A User Manual

 

 

1.  Remove belt clip by releasing belt clip  

latch and sliding clip up.

2.  Pull up on the battery door latch to remove the 

battery compartment cover.

3.  Insert three (3) AAA batteries. Position  

batteries according to polarity markings.

4.  Replace battery compartment cover  

and  belt clip.

•  Do not mix old and new batteries.
•  Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc), or
 rechargeable (Ni-Cd, Ni-MH, etc.) batteries.

NOTE  This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. 

Operation is subject to the following two (2) 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 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.

uses you will discover include:
Communicating with others while hiking, biking,  

and working; keeping track of family and friends  

at a crowded public event; checking with travel companions

in another car; talking with neighbors; arranging meeting

spots with others while shopping at the mall.

In this user’s guide, you should find all the information you need to operate your microTALK

®

radio. If you require  

further assistance after reading this guide, Cobra Electronics offers the following customer assistance services:
For Assistance In The U.S.A. 
Automated Help Desk English only.  

24 hours a day, 7 days a week 773-889-3087 (phone).
Customer Assistance Operators English and Spanish.  

8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Central Time, Monday through

Friday (except holidays) 773-889-3087 (phone).
Questions English and Spanish.  

Faxes can be received at 773-622-2269 (fax).

While in mode function, press

  and release to change channels.

Press and release to adjust  

  the volume.

Press and release to alert others that you  

 are calling. This tone is used only to establish

  voice communications.

Printed

in

China

Part

No.

480-842-P

Version

C

Press and hold to communicate with  

others. With the microphone about two

(2) inches [five (5) cm] from your mouth,

  speak in a normal voice. 

  Release the 

Talk button when you are

finished talking and listen for a response.

You cannot receive incoming calls while

  pressing the 

Talk button. 

 

 

        NOTE Both radios must be tuned to 

the same channel to communicate.

This two-way radio operates on GMRS (General Mobile Radio Service) frequencies  
which require an FCC (Federal Communications Commission) license. A user must be
licensed prior to operating on Channels 1 through 7 or 15 through 22, which comprise the
GMRS channels of this radio. which comprise the GMRS channels of this radio. Serious
penalties could result for unlicensed use of GMRS channels, in violation of FCC rules.
Operation of this radio is subject to additional rules specified in 47 C.F.R. Part 95.
Licensed users will be issued a call sign by the FCC, which should be used for  
station identification when operating this radio. GMRS users should also cooperate  
by engaging in permissible transmissions only, avoiding channel interference with other
GMRS users, and being prudent with the length of their transmission time.
For licensing information and application forms, please call the FCC Hotline at  
800-418-FORM. Request form #159 and form #605. Questions regarding the  
license application should be directed to the FCC at 888-CALL-FCC. Additional information is
available on the FCC’s website at www.fcc.gov.
Safety Information For microTALK

Your wireless handheld portable transceiver contains a low power transmitter.  
When the Talk button is pushed, it sends out radio frequency (RF) signals.  
The device is authorized to operate at a duty factor not to exceed 50%.  
In August 1996, the Federal Communications Commissions (FCC) adopted  
RF exposure guidelines with safety levels for handheld wireless devices.
Important: 
FCC RF Exposure Requirements: For body-worn operation, this radio has  
been tested and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines when used with Cobra accessories
supplied or designated for this product. Use of other accessories  
may not ensure compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines. Use only the  
supplied antenna. Unauthorized antennas, modifications, or attachments  
could damage the transmitter and may violate FCC regulations.
Normal Position: 
Hold the transmitter approximately two (2) inches from your face and  
speak in a normal voice, with the antenna pointed up and away.

If you have any questions about operation or installing your new Cobra product,  
or if you are missing parts…
Please call Cobra first! DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE! 
See customer assistance above.

For Products Purchased In The U.S.A.
If your product should require factory service, please call Cobra first before  
sending your radio, charger or battery pack(s). This will ensure the fastest turn- 
around time on your repair. You may be asked to send your products to the Cobra factory. It
will be necessary to furnish the following to have the product serviced  
and returned. 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 product. Include a typed or clearly  
printed name and address of where the product is to be returned. 4) Pack product 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 West Cortland Street 
Chicago, Illinois 60707 U.S.A.  
6) If the product is in warranty, upon receipt of your product it will either be  
repaired or exchanged depending on the model.
Please allow approximately three (3) to four (4) weeks before contacting Cobra  
for status. If the product 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.

For Products Purchased Outside The U.S.A.
Please contact your local dealer for product service information.

For Products Purchased In The U.S.A.
Cobra Electronics Corporation warrants that its Cobra GMRS radio(s), and the component parts
thereof, will be free of defects in workmanship and materials for a period of one year 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 GMRS radio(s),  
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. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other
rights which may 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.
For Products Purchased Outside The U.S.A.
Please contact your local dealer for warranty information.

Maximum range may vary and is based on unobstructed  
line-of-sight communication under ideal conditions. 

Cobra

®

, microTALK

®

, Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra

®

 and the snake design are registered 

trademarks of Cobra Electronics Corporation, U.S.A. Cobra Electronics Corporation™ is a
trademark of Cobra Electronics Corporation, U.S.A.

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®

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®

Traffic Warning Systems •  

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®

Accessories • CobraMarine

®

VHF Radios • Power Inverters • Trucker Nav Systems •  

LED Lights • Jumpstarters Accessories

While in 

Standby mode or when selecting  

a channel, shows current channel (1 through 22).

When adjusting the volume,  

shows current level (1 through 8).

Icon blinks and an audible tone will be  

heard when battery power level is low.

Your microTALK

®

radio has a unique circuit

designed to extend battery life. If there are no

transmissions within ten (10) seconds, the radio

will automatically switch to

Battery Save mode. 

This will not affect the radio’s ability to receive

incoming transmissions.

Visible when receiving  

a message.

Visible when transmitting 

a message.

Visible when receiving  

a message. 

“ CH” is visible when in

Standby mode or when

selecting a channel.

“ LE” is visible when  

adjusting volume.

Technical Assistance  

English only. www.cobra.com  

(on-line: Frequently Asked Questions).  

English and Spanish. productinfo

@

cobra.com 

(e-mail).
For Assistance Outside The U.S.A. 

Visible when in NOAA Weather radio

mode. You can use your microTALK

®

 

radio to listen to 

Radio channels transmitting in your area.

Press and release to enter mode function to

  change channels.

The channel numbers will blink when that

mode is selected. Use the

Up/ Down buttons 

to select a channel.

Press and hold to turn the radio 

On or Off.

Press and release again to enter the NOAA 

Weather Channels. Use the

Up/Down buttons 

to select the strongest weather channel in

your area.

Antenna