User manual COBRA 29LTDHDLE

[. . . ] E-mail questions to: productinfo@cobra. com Cobra on the World Wide Web: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) can be found on-line at: www. cobra. com 15 14 13 12 11 10 16 9 8 ©2002 H-D, All Rights Reserved 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Manufactured by Cobra Electronics Corporation under licence from Harley-Davidson Motor Company 18 19 20 21 A2 A3 Contents How to Use Your Cobra 29 LTD HD LE Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 The CB Story. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A1 FCC Regulations FCC Warnings Included Accessories Controls & Indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A2 Our Thanks to You . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A3 Customer Support Installation Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Mounting and Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Antennas CB Antenna. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Marine Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Ignition Noise Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Operating Your 29 LTD HD LE Turning On Your CB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Setting Channel Selector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Calibrate For SWR (Standing Wave Ratio). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 To Receive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Selecting a Channel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 S-Meter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 NB-ANL/ANL/Off (Noise Blanker/Automatic. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Noise Limiter Switch) Bright/Dim Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 RF Gain Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Setting Delta-Tune . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Setting Squelch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 To Transmit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Setting Dynamike. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Transmit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 RF Meter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 External Speaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 PA (Public Address) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Home And Office Set-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Temporary Mobile Set-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 How Your CB Can Serve You. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 A Few Rules You Should Know . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Channel 9 Emergency Messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 CB 10 Codes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Frequency Ranges. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 29 LTD HD LE Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Optional Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35-36 Order Form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 If You Think You Need Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back Cover Features of This Product · 40 CB Radio Channels · Heavy-Duty Dynamic Microphone · Full 4 Watts AM RF Power Output · SWR Calibration Meter · Instant Channel 9 · 4-Pin Front Mount Microphone Connector · Delta -Tune · Switchable Automatic Noise Limiter & Noise Blanker · Adjustable Dynamike Boost · 9 Ft. Mic Cord · RF Gain 1 Installation Location Location Plan location of transceiver and microphone bracket before starting the installation. Select a location that is convenient for operation, yet does not interfere with the driver or passenger. The transceiver is usually mounted to the underside of the dash with the microphone bracket beside it. Installation Mounting and Connection Note The transceiver is held in the universal mounting bracket by two thumbscrews which allow for adjustment at a convenient angle. [. . . ] Prolonged transmitting without an antenna, or a poorly matched antenna, could cause damage to the transmitter. Rules and Regulations included with this unit before transmitting. 1 Operation To Transmit Transmit Transmit Select desired channel. Setting Dynamike Setting Dynamike This controls the microphone sensitivity (outgoing audio level). 1 Push and hold mic button to transmit. When transmitting, hold the microphone two inches from your mouth and speak in a clear, normal voice. Release to receive. 1 Initially, set fully clockwise so that maximum voice volume is available. 21 20 Operation RF Meter RF Meter This meter swings proportionately to the RF output (outgoing signal) while transmitting. Operation External Speaker The external speaker jack is used for remote receiver monitoring. Note The external speaker should have 8-ohm impedance and be rated to handle at least 4. 0 watts. When the external speaker is plugged in, the internal speaker is automatically disconnected. 1 External Speaker The S/RF-SWR-CAL switch must be in the S/RF position. 1 Connect an external speaker to the external speaker jack on the rear panel. Note Cobra external speakers are rated at 10 watts. 22 23 Operation PA (Public Address) Note Speaker should have 8-ohm impedance and be rated to handle at least 4. 0 watts. Note The speaker should be directed away from the microphone to prevent acoustic feedback. Adjust volume control to a normal listening level. Operation PA (Public Address) 1 Connect an external PA speaker to the PA jack on the rear panel. 3 Push and hold microphone button and speak in a normal voice. Your voice will now transmit on the PA speaker. 2 Set CB/PA switch to PA position. 4 Adjust PA speaker volume with the Dynamike control. 24 25 Home And Office Set-Up Base Station Operation (From 120V AC House Current) Base Station Operation (From 120V AC House Current) To operate your transceiver from home or office you will need a 13. 8 volt DC Power Pack rated at a minimum of 2 amps, and a properly installed base station antenna. Temporary Mobile Set-Up 2 Plug power cable into back of unit marked "Power" Be sure to observe polarity markings. Connect properly installed and matched base station antenna. Warning!Do not attempt to operate this transceiver by connecting it directly to 120 vac. 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. [. . . ] 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. For Warranty Repair include some form of proof-of-purchase, such as a mechanical reproduction or carbon or a sales receipt. Include a typed or clearly print name and address of where the unit is to be returned. [. . . ]