Cobra CXT395 User Manual

Introduction
©2012 Cobra Electronics Corporation
6500 West Cortland Street
Chicago, Illinois 60707 USA
www.cobra.com
Making Life Easier and Safer
Staying in touch with your family and friends is
convenient and easy when using your microTALK
®
radio. Some of the many 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.
Secure your microTALK
®
radio while on the go.
Carrying your microTALK
®
radio with you is easy
when using the belt clip or optional wrist strap.
The belt clip easily attaches to your belt, purse,
or backpack.
For Assistance in the U.S.A.
In this user’s manual, you should find all the information you need to
operate your microTALK
®
radio. If you require further assistance after
reading this manual, Cobra Electronics offers the following customer
assistance services:
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).
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.
Contact Your Local Dealer
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Belt Clip
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English
Version D
TWO-WAY RADIO MODEL
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Cobra CXT395 Specifications

General

Number of Channels	22
Power Output	0.5 Watts
Privacy Codes	121
Weather Channels	10
Call Alert	Yes
Battery Saver	Yes
VOX	Yes
Battery Life	10 hours
Frequency Range	462.5500 - 467.7125 MHz

Summary

Introduction and Customer Assistance

Making Life Easier and Safer

Highlights the convenience and various uses of the microTALK® radio.

Belt Clip

Instructions on attaching and using the belt clip for portability.

Customer Assistance Information

Details contact information for US and international customer support services.

Product Features and Warranty

Backlit LCD Display

Explanation of the icons and indicators shown on the radio's LCD screen.

Warranty and Trademark Information

Details limited warranty terms, battery warranty, and trademarks.

Caring for Your microTALK® Radio

Battery Installation and Charging

Instructions for installing batteries and charging the radio.

Using Your Radio: Setup and Communication

Charging the Radio

Steps for charging the radio using desktop or direct USB charger.

Quick Start and Basic Operation

Guides for powering on, selecting channels, and basic communication.

Battery Status and Power Saving

Information on battery indicators, low battery, and auto power save.

Using Your Radio: Features and Range

Listening, Volume, and Call Functions

How to listen, adjust volume, and use the call button.

Display Illumination and Lock Function

How to illuminate the display and use the button lock feature.

Auto Squelch and Range Extender

Explanation of squelch operation and maximizing radio range.

Mode Functions: Navigation and Privacy Codes

Scrolling Through Mode Functions

Navigating the radio's features via the Mode function.

Privacy Code Settings

Explanation of CTCSS and DCS codes and how to set CTCSS.

Mode Functions: VOX and DCS Codes

DCS Privacy Code Setup

Steps to select DCS privacy codes on a channel.

Voice Activated Transmit (VOX)

Using the hands-free VOX feature and adjusting sensitivity.

Mode Functions: Scanning

Channel Scan

How to automatically scan through all available channels.

Privacy Code Scan

How to scan for privacy codes (CTCSS/DCS) on a selected channel.

Mode Functions: Tones and Weather

Call Tone and Roger Beep Settings

How to set call tones and enable/disable the roger beep confirmation.

Weather Radio and Alert Features

Instructions for listening to weather channels and activating alerts.

General Specifications, Licensing, and Safety

Frequency Allocation and FCC License

Details FRS/GMRS frequencies, compatibility, and FCC licensing requirements.

RF Exposure and Safe Usage Guidelines

Information on RF exposure, safety, and proper radio positioning.

Model Compliance Statement

FCC compliance statement specific to the CXT395 model.

Product Service and Support

Service Questions and Procedures

Guidance on product service, including US and international support procedures.