CB Radio Cobra 29 LX MAX User Manual

Features ..................................................................................................................1
The CB Story ..........................................................................................................A1
FCC Regulations, FCC Warnings & Included Accessories
Controls & Indicators ......................................................................................... A2
Our Thanks to You .............................................................................................. A3
Customer Support
Installation
Location & Mounting/Connection ...........................................................2
Antennas
CB Antenna & Marine Installation ............................................................ 6-7
Ignition Noise Interference.............................................................................7
Operating Your 29 LX MAX
Turning On Your CB ......................................................................................8
Setting Channel Selector.............................................................................9
Calibrate For SWR (Standing Wave Ratio).............................................10
To Receive ......................................................................................................... 12
Selecting a Channel & S-Meter .................................................................13
To Transmit.......................................................................................................14
Setting Dynamike
®
.............................................................................................15
Setting Talkback .............................................................................................15
Menu Mode ......................................................................................................16
Setting the Clock ............................................................................................17
Setting the Alarm ................................................................................................ 17
Setting the Count Down Timer .................................................................18
Key Tones Mode ..................................................................................................18
Radio Check Mode .............................................................................................. 19
Setting Display Color Mode .......................................................................20
Setting Brightness Mode ............................................................................. 21
Turn NightWatch Illumination On/Off ....................................................... 21
Setting Contrast Mode .....................................................................................22
Bluetooth® Pairing ...................................................................................... 22-23
iRadar Smartphone App .......................................................................... 24-27
Downloading the App .................................................................................24
Pairing the Radio to Use with iRadar ......................................................24
AURA® Location Based Alerts ....................................................................25
iRadar® Community, Using Report Button, Radar Threat Alerts ... 27
Rewind-Say-Again® ............................................................................................ 28
Playback Last Transmission .......................................................................28
Record 10 Second Memo ...........................................................................28
Weather Information ......................................................................................... 29
Weather Channels .........................................................................................29
Weather Alert Mode ......................................................................................30
Setting Weather Alert Scan and Auto Scan..........................................30
Software Version/Factory Settings ..........................................................31
NB-ANL/Off (Noise Blanker/Automatic Noise Limiter Switch) ......32
Setting Delta Tune & RF Gain Control ....................................................32
Program Memory Channels ...........................................................................33
Scan/Memory Scan, Scan Memory Channels & CB Channels ........ 34
Dimmer Control .............................................................................................. 34
Setting Squelch...............................................................................................35
S/RF Meter ........................................................................................................36
External Speaker, Push-To-Talk & Mic Jack ...........................................37
Home And Office Set-Up ............................................................................. 38
Temporary Mobile Set-Up ..........................................................................39
How Your CB Can Serve You ..........................................................................40
A Few Rules You Should Know .................................................................40
Channel 9 Emergency Messages ..............................................................41
CB 10 Codes .....................................................................................................42
Frequency Ranges ..............................................................................................44
29 LX MAX Specifications ................................................................................ 45
Warranty Information .......................................................................................46
FCC Statement ...............................................................................................48-49
Optional Accessories .........................................................................................50
If You Need Service/Trademark Info ........................................ Back Cover
Features of This Product
• Selectable 4-Color LCD Display
• Advanced Bluetooth® Connectivity
• Rewind-Say-Again®
• Memo Record
• iRadar App Integration
• Report Feature
• NightWatch® Illumination
• 10 Weather Channels
• Weather Scan
• Emergency Weather Alert
• 40 CB Radio Channels
• 40 Channel Scan
• Memory Channels
• Channel Frequency Read-Out
• Radio Check Diagnostic
• Clock/Timer/Alarm
• Multi-Function Heavy-Duty Electret
Microphone with Phone, Rewind-
Say-Again® & Report Functions
• Full 4 Watts AM RF Power Output
• SWR Calibration Meter
• Instant Channel 19 and 9
• Front Panel 6-Pin Microphone
Connector
• Switchable Automatic Noise Limiter
& Noise Blanker
• Adjustable Dynamike Boost
• Tactile Controls
• 9 Ft Mic Cord
• Programmable Dimmer Control
• RF Gain
• External Push-To-Talk Jack
• External Microphone Jack
Bluetooth® Features
• Dual Point Bluetooth®
• Caller I.D.
• A2DP Audio Streaming
• Phone Directory
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How to Use Your Cobra 29 LX MAX

CB Radio Cobra 29 LX MAX Specifications

General

Brand	CB Radio
Model	Cobra 29 LX MAX
Category	Radio
Language	English

Summary

Installation

Location

Plan a location for the transceiver and microphone bracket for convenient operation without interference.

Mounting and Connection

Securely mount the transceiver and connect the antenna and microphone using provided hardware.

Antennas

CB Antenna

Proper antenna selection and matching are critical for maximum power output and transmission distance.

Ignition Noise Interference

Addresses common sources of electrical noise in vehicles affecting receiver performance.

Marine Installation

Guidance for installing the transceiver on a boat, emphasizing grounding plane requirements.

Operation

Turning On the Radio

Connect power, antenna, and microphone, then turn the unit on using the volume knob.

Setting Channel Selector

Select the desired channel (1-40) using the channel selector knob.

Calibrate for SWR

Procedure to adjust antenna length and monitor coaxial cable quality for optimum performance.

Selecting A Channel

Choose a specific channel to listen to or transmit on by rotating the channel selector.

To Transmit

Select a channel, press and hold PTT, speak clearly into the microphone.

Setting Dynamike

Controls microphone sensitivity for optimal outgoing audio level during transmission.

Setting TalkBack

Adjusts the amount of modulation talk-back heard at the speaker during transmit.

Menu Mode

Navigate and select various radio functions and settings using the Menu/Enter knob.

Setting the Clock

Set the current time on the radio, requiring a constant 12V source for maintenance.

Setting the Alarm

Configure the radio as an alarm clock, including snooze and alarm duration settings.

Setting the Count Down Timer

Set a countdown timer that provides audio tones upon completion.

Key Tones Mode On and Off

Enable or disable audible tones for button presses and menu selections.

Radio Check Mode

Test battery level, RF power output, and antenna matching for radio health.