User manual COBRA 29 LTD CHR

[. . . ] Mount the microphone bracket on either side of the unit (driver's left) using two screws supplied. Bracket should be placed under the dash so microphone is readily accessible. 7 In a negative grounded vehicle, connect the red lead of the DC power cord to an accessory 12 volt fuse. Any convenient location with a good electrical contact (remove paint) may be used. 5 8 Attach the 4-pin microphone cable to receptacle, on the front of unit and install unit on bracket securely. 5 4 Antennas CB Antenna CB Antenna Since the maximum allowable power output of the transmitter is limited by the FCC, the antenna is critical in affecting transmission distance. [. . . ] Do not attempt to operate this transceiver by connecting it directly to 120v ac. Note For further information call Cobra Customer Service 773. 889. 3087. 3 Temporary Mobile Operation For temporary mobile operation you may want to purchase an optional automobile power adapter from your COBRA dealer. This adapter and a magnetic mount antenna allow you to quickly "install" your transceiver for temporary use. Temporary Mobile Set-Up 1 Simply connect the red (+) and black (-) leads of the transceiver to the corresponding terminals of the power pack. 26 27 How Your CB Can Serve You · · · · · · · · · 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 destination Communicate with family and friends Suggest spots to eat and sleep Keep you alert while traveling 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 Yes No Yes No Yes Example Message "Tornado sighted six miles north of town. " "Post number 10. No tornado sighted. " "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. " "Weather Bureau has issued thunderstorm warning. Weather Bureau advises snow tomorrow will accumulate 4 to 6 inches. " "Fire in building at 539 Main, Evanston. " "Halloween patrol number 3. All quiet. " A Few Rules You Should Know A Few Rules You Should Know A. You cannot blast others off the air by use of illegally amplified transmitters or illegally high antennas. Selling of merchandise and/or services is prohibited. No Yes Channel 9 Emergency Messages Note If no response on channel 9, try channels 19 or 14. 1. Set to channel 9 for emergencies Be sure antenna is properly connected. CB Distress Data When transmitting an emergency, you should request a "REACT BASE" and provide the CB distress data (called CLIP): C L I P all Sign ocation njuries roblem Identify yourself. 28 29 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. Following are some of the more common codes and meanings: Code 10-1 10-2 10-3 10-4 10-5 10-6 10-7 10-8 10-9 10-10 10-11 10-12 10-13 10-16 10-17 10-18 10-19 10-20 10-21 10-22 10-23 10-24 10-25 10-26 10-27 10-28 Meaning Receiving poorly Receiving well Stop transmitting OK, message received Relay message Busy, stand by Out of service, leaving In service, subject to call Repeat message Transmission completed standing by Talking too rapidly Visitors present Advise weather/roads Make pick up at Urgent business Anything for us?Return to base My location is Call by phone Report in person to Stand by Completed last assignment Can you contact Disregard last info Moving to channel Identify your station Code 10-29 10-30 10-33 10-34 10-35 10-36 10-37 10-38 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 10-70 10-71 10-77 10-81 10-82 10-85 10-91 10-93 10-94 10-99 10-200 How Your CB Can Serve You Meaning 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?Use phone Net directed to Net clear Awaiting your next message/assignment All units comply Fire at Proceed, transmission in sequence Negative contact Reserve hotel room for Reserve room for My address is Talk closer to mic Check my frequency on this channel Give me a long count Mission completed, all units secure Police needed at 30 31 Frequency Ranges The COBRA 29 LTD CHR transceiver represents one of the most advanced AM two-way radios used as a Class D station in the Citizens Radio Service. This unit features advanced Phase Lock Loop (PLL) circuitry providing complete coverage of all 40 CB channels. Channel In MHz Channel In MHz 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 26. 965 26. 975 26. 985 27. 005 27. 015 27. 025 27. 035 27. 055 27. 065 27. 075 27. 085 27. 105 27. 115 27. 125 27. 135 27. 155 27. 165 27. 175 27. 185 27. 205 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 27. 215 27. 225 27. 255 27. 235 27. 245 27. 265 27. 275 27. 285 27. 295 27. 305 27. 315 27. 325 27. 335 27. 345 27. 355 27. 365 27. 375 27. 385 27. 395 27. 405 29 LTD CHR Specifications GENERAL Channels . Transmit: AM full mod. , 1. 5A (maximum) Receive: Squelched, 0. 3A; full audio output, 1. 2A (nominal) Size . . Illuminated; indicates relative power output, received signal strength and VSWR TRANSMITTER Power Output . . Double Conversion: 1st: 10. 695 MHz 2nd: 455 KHz Automatic Gain Control (AGC) . [. . . ] Cobra Electronics CorporationTM is a trademark of Cobra Electronics Corporation, USA. 4 What's Included with Your 29 LTD CHR ©2008 Cobra Electronics Corporation Version A Printed in China Part No. A1 CB transceiver Microphone Transceiver bracket Microphone bracket Operating Manual 6. (not shown) Controls and Indicators Our Thanks to You Ordering From U. S. A. Accessory Order Info Call 773-889-3087 for pricing or visit www. cobra. com. 1. Properly used, this Cobra product will give you many years of reliable service. [. . . ]