Cobra 29 LX User Manual

Contents
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
Ignition Noise Interference....................................................................7
Operating Your 29 LX
Turning On Your CB .............................................................................. 8
Setting Channel Selector .................................................................... 9
Calibrate For SWR (Standing Wave Ratio) .................................... 10
To Receive ................................................................................................ 12
Selecting a Channel .............................................................................. 13
S-Meter ...................................................................................................... 13
To Transmit .............................................................................................. 14
Setting Dynamike
®
................................................................................ 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
Setting Contrast Mode ........................................................................ 21
Weather Information ............................................................................ 22
Weather Channels ................................................................................. 23
Weather Alert Mode ............................................................................. 24
Setting Weather Alert Scan................................................................ 24
Setting Weather Auto Scan ............................................................... 24
Software version/Factory Settings .................................................. 25
NB-ANL/Off (Noise Blanker/Automatic.......................................... 26
Noise Limiter Switch)
RF Gain Control ...................................................................................... 26
Program Memory Channels ............................................................... 27
Scan/Memory Scan ............................................................................... 27
Scan CB Channels .................................................................................. 28
Scan Memory Channels ...................................................................... 28
Dimmer Control ..................................................................................... 28
Setting Squelch ...................................................................................... 29
S/RF Meter ................................................................................................ 30
External Speaker .................................................................................... 31
Home And Office Set-Up .................................................................... 32
Temporary Mobile Set-Up .................................................................. 33
How Your CB Can Serve You ................................................................. 34
A Few Rules You Should Know ........................................................34
Channel 9 Emergency Messages ..................................................... 34
CB 10 Codes .............................................................................................36
Frequency Ranges .....................................................................................38
29 LX Specifications .................................................................................. 39
FCC Statement ............................................................................................40
Warranty Information .............................................................................. 42
Product Service ...........................................................................................43
Ordering Info ...............................................................................................44
Features of This Product
• Selectable 4-Color LCD Display
• 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
• Heavy-Duty Dynamic
Microphone
• Full 4 Watts AM RF Power Output
• SWR Calibration Meter
• Instant Channel 19 and 9
• Front Panel 4-Pin Microphone
Connector
• Switchable Automatic Noise
Limiter & Noise Blanker
• Adjustable Dynamike Boost
• Tactile Controls
• 9 Ft Mic Cord
• Programmable Dimmer Control
• RF Gain
1
How to Use Your Cobra 29 LX

Cobra 29 LX Specifications

Weight and Dimensions

Weight	2540 g
Dimensions (WxDxH)	184 x 235 x 57 mm

Summary

Installation

Location

Plan location of transceiver and microphone bracket before starting the installation.

Mounting and Connection

Hold the radio with the mounting bracket in the exact desired location.

Antennas

CB Antenna

Since the maximum allowable power output of the transmitter is limited by the FCC, the antenna is critical.

Ignition Noise Interference

Operation

Turning On

Make sure the power cord, antenna and microphone are connected to their proper connectors before starting.

Calibrate For SWR (Standing Wave Ratio)

SWR meter calibration is required to accurately measure the SWR of the connected antenna system.

Selecting A Channel

Unit should be in CB mode. Rotate channel selector clockwise or counter-clockwise to select.

To Transmit

Push and hold mic button to transmit. Speak in a clear, normal voice.

Menu Mode

Used to program special features. Menu/Enter knob is used to move cursor.

Setting the Count Down Timer

Weather Features

Weather Settings

NB-ANL/OFF (Noise Blanker/Automatic Noise Limiter) Button

Scan CB Channels

Setting Channel Selector

Select one of forty channels and adjust volume. The selected channel will be indicated.

Setting Dynamike®

This controls the microphone sensitivity (outgoing audio level).

Setting the Clock

Using the clock, alarm and countdown functions. To set the clock, press Menu/Enter.

RF Gain Control

Scan Memory Channels

Setting the Alarm

Program Memory Channels

Software Version/Factory Settings

Setting Squelch

Home And Office Set-Up

Temporary Mobile Set-Up

Frequency Ranges

29 LX Specifications

FCC Statement

Limited Two Year Warranty

Product Service

Controls and Indicators