Cobra microTALK CXT595 User Manual

Introduction
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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
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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).
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Belt Clip
Printed in China
Part No. 480-847-P
English
Version E
TWO-WAY RADIO MODEL
CXT595

Cobra microTALK CXT595 Specifications

General

Brand	Cobra
Model	microTALK CXT595
Category	Two-Way Radio
Language	English

Summary

Product Features Overview

Important FCC Licensing Information

Notifies users about the FCC license requirement for GMRS frequencies.

Radio Care and Charging

Installing and Charging Batteries

Instructions on how to insert batteries and charge them using the radio's charge jack.

Using Your Radio - Basic Operation

Quick Start Guide

Basic steps to power on, select a channel, and initiate communication.

Selecting Channels for Communication

Guide on choosing a channel and details on FRS/GMRS channel assignments.

Mode Functions

Understanding Privacy Codes

Details on CTCSS and DCS privacy codes for reducing interference from other users.

Setting CTCSS Privacy Codes

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

Mode Functions - Codes and VOX

Setting DCS Privacy Codes

Instructions to select DCS privacy codes for a chosen channel.

Voice Activated Transmit (VOX)

How to enable and configure hands-free operation using VOX mode.

Setting VOX Sensitivity

Mode Functions - Memory and Alerts

10 Memory Locations

Program a Memory Location

Recall a Memory Location

Mode Functions - Scanning

Channel Scan

Privacy Code Scan

Mode Functions - Weather

NOAA All Hazards Radio Channels

Weather (WX) Alert Mode

Enables automatic reception of NOAA weather signals and emergency alerts.

General Specifications and Licensing

FRS/GMRS Frequency Allocation

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

Important FCC License Requirement

Information on the FCC license needed for GMRS frequencies.

FCC RF Exposure Guidelines