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Cobra MICROTALK CXR725C User Manual

Cobra MICROTALK CXR725C
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Making Life Easier and Safer
Owner’s Manual
Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra
®
English
TWO-WAY RADIO MODEL
CXR725C
Printed in China
Part No. 480-629-P
Version A
Introduction
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.
The belt clip easily attaches to
your belt, purse or backpack.
For Assistance in Canada or 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. 24 hours a day, 7 days a week (773) 889 3087 (phone).
Customer Assistance Operators
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday to Friday
(except holidays) (514) 683-1771, ext. 2-264 (phone).
Questions
Faxes can be received at (514) 683-5307 (fax).
Technical Assistance
English and French. www.cobra.ca (on-line: Frequently Asked
Questions).
English and Spanish. productinfo@cobra.com (e-mail).
For Assistance Outside Canada, the U.S.A. or in French
Contact Your Local Dealer
©2009 Cobra Electronics Corporation
6500 West Cortland Street
Chicago, Illinois 60707 USA
www.cobra.com
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Cobra MICROTALK CXR725C Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandCobra
ModelMICROTALK CXR725C
CategoryTwo-Way Radio
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction to Cobra microTALK Radio

Benefits of Using microTALK Radios

Highlights the convenience and various uses of the microTALK radio for staying in touch.

Securing Your microTALK Radio

Instructions on how to attach and use the belt clip for carrying the radio.

Customer Assistance and Support

Contacting Cobra for North American Assistance

Provides contact details for automated help, operators, and technical support in the U.S.A. and Canada.

Assistance Outside North America

Guidance to contact a local dealer for support outside the U.S.A. and Canada.

Product Features

Backlit LCD Display Overview

Explains the various icons and information displayed on the radio's LCD screen.

Key Radio Features

Lists and describes the main features of the radio, such as channels, privacy codes, and VOX.

Limited One-Year Warranty

Warranty Coverage Details

Outlines the warranty terms, conditions, and exclusions for products purchased in Canada and the U.S.A.

Battery Warranty Information

Specifies the 90-day warranty period for Cobra Lithium Ion Rechargeable Batteries.

Caring for Your microTALK Radio

General Handling and Storage Advice

Provides guidelines on handling the radio gently, avoiding dust, water, and extreme temperatures.

Rechargeable Battery Pack and Charger

Battery Pack Installation and Removal

Step-by-step instructions for installing and removing the rechargeable battery pack.

Battery Operation Time and Recycling

Information on estimated operation time, battery recycling, and safety warnings.

Using Your microTALK Radio

Charging the Radio

Instructions for charging the radio using the desktop charger or directly with the adapter.

Quick Start for Operation

Basic steps to turn on the radio, select a channel, and communicate.

Power Status and Battery Saving

Explanation of the battery low indicator and the auto battery save feature.

Radio Operation

Channel Selection and Communication

How to select channels and ensure both radios are on the same channel for communication.

Adjusting Power Output

Using the Hi-Lo power button to adjust transmission power for range or battery life.

Receiving and Signaling

How to listen for responses and use the call button to alert others.

Advanced Radio Functions

Auto Squelch and Range Extender

Explanation of auto squelch, its effect on range, and how to use the maximum range extender.

Lock Feature

How to activate and deactivate the lock feature to prevent accidental button presses.

Connecting Accessories and Charger

Instructions for connecting external speaker/microphone and the wall charger.

Signal Strength Meter

How to interpret the signal strength meter for incoming and outgoing transmissions.

Mode Functions Navigation

Navigating Mode Functions

How to scroll through and select various radio features using the Mode button.

Understanding Privacy Codes

Explanation of CTCSS and DCS privacy code systems for reducing interference.

Setting Privacy Codes

How to Set CTCSS Privacy Codes

Step-by-step guide to selecting CTCSS privacy codes for a channel.

How to Set DCS Privacy Codes

Step-by-step guide to selecting DCS privacy codes for a channel.

Advanced Mode Settings

Voice Activated Transmit (VOX)

Instructions for enabling VOX mode and adjusting its sensitivity for hands-free operation.

Memory Location Functions

Overview of storing and recalling frequently used channel and privacy code combinations.

Memory Management

Programming Memory Locations

Detailed steps on how to program and save channel and privacy code combinations.

Recalling Stored Memory Channels

How to retrieve previously saved channel and privacy code settings from memory.

Scanning Features

De-programming Memory Locations

Procedure to remove or erase saved memory locations from the radio.

Automatic Channel Scanning

How to initiate and use the channel scan feature to find active transmissions.

Advanced Scanning Operations

Channel Scan Actions During Operation

Describes actions during channel scan, like communicating or resuming scan.

Privacy Code Scanning

How to scan privacy codes (CTCSS or DCS) within a selected channel.

Scanning and Memory Location Recall

Privacy Code Scan Actions

Actions to take during privacy code scan, including communication or resuming scan.

Memory Location Scan

How to scan through programmed memory locations to find transmissions.

Scan Actions and Alert Settings

Memory Location Scan Actions

Actions during memory location scan, such as communicating or resuming scan.

VibrAlert and Call Alert Configuration

How to set the radio for audible call tones, vibration alerts, or both.

Call Tones and Confirmation Tones

Selecting Call Tone Settings

Guide to choosing from 10 different call alert tone settings.

Roger Beep Confirmation Tone

Instructions on how to turn the Roger Beep confirmation tone on or off.

General Specifications

FRS/GMRS Frequency Compatibility

Chart detailing channel numbers, radio service types, frequencies, and power output.

FCC and Industry Canada Licensing

Industry Canada Compliance Notice

Information regarding Industry Canada regulations and device operation conditions.

GMRS Licensing Requirements (USA)

Details on FCC licensing requirements for operating GMRS frequencies in the U.S.A.

Product Service and Returns

Service Procedures for Canadian Products

Instructions for obtaining factory service for products purchased in Canada.

Service Procedures for U.S.A. Products

Instructions for obtaining factory service for products purchased in the U.S.A.

Safety and Trademark Information

RF Exposure Safety Guidelines

Information on FCC RF exposure requirements and safe usage of the radio.

Trademark Acknowledgement

Lists registered trademarks and mentions Cobra's product line.

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