Cobra microTALK MT 800 User Manual

Product Features
• Two-Way Radio
with up to a 5 km (3 mile) range
• 8 Channels*
• 38 CTCSS Privacy Codes
• 83 DCS Privacy Codes
• Backlit LCD Display
• Battery Saver Circuitry
• Maximum Range Extender
• VOX Mode for Hands-Free Transmissions
• Baby Monitor Function
• Call Alert (10 Selectable Tones)
• Scan (Channel, Privacy Code)
• Dual Watch Programmable 2-Location Scan
• Key Lock
• Auto Squelch
• Selectable On/Off "Roger Beep"
Confirmation Tone
• Selectable On/Off Keystroke Tone
• Combination Speaker/Microphone/Charging Jack
• Belt Clip
*You are not allowed to use channels 1 and 2 in France.
This situation can change; please contact the French radio licensing
authority for more information.
ENGLISH
Two-Way Radio Model MT 800
Printed in China Part No. 480-332-P Version A
1
CHRG
1. Antenna
2
. External Speaker/
Microphone/Charge Jack
3. Mode/Power Button
4
. Lock Button
5. Channel Control Buttons
6. Speaker/Microphone
7
. Light/Max Range Button
8. Volume Control Buttons
9. Talk Button
1
0. Call Button
11. Belt Clip
12. Battery Compartment
1
3. Lock Tab
8
2
4
5
9
7
10
6
3
11
1
2
1
3
13
12
11
10
9
7
5
14
1
2
3
1. Dual Watch Icon
2. Scan Icon
3. Roger Beep Icon
4. DCS Icon
5. Keystroke Tone Icon
6. Lock Icon
7. VOX Icon
8. CTCSS Icon
9. Baby Monitor Icon
10. Battery Low Icon
11. Privacy Code Numbers
12. Power Saver Icon
13. Main Channel Number
14. Receive/Transmit Icon
6
4
8

Cobra microTALK MT 800 Specifications

General

Power Output	0.5W
VOX	Yes
Waterproof	No
Battery Type	AAA
Power Source	Battery
Battery Life (hours)	10 hours
Weight (oz)	6.4 oz

Summary

Product Features

Two-Way Radio Range and Channels

Core communication features including range and channel count.

Operational Modes and Alerts

OPERATION

Charging and Battery Indicators

Instructions for charging and low battery alerts.

Powering the Radio On and Off

Step-by-step guide to turn the device on and off.

Communicating with Other Users

Procedures for transmitting and receiving calls.

Receiving Transmissions and Volume Control

How to listen for responses and adjust audio levels.

Squelch, Range Extender, and Channel Selection

Managing signal quality and selecting channels.

Using the Lock Function

MODE FUNCTIONS OPERATION

Connecting External Accessories

CTCSS and DCS Privacy Code Setup

Explanation and step-by-step setting of privacy codes.

Voice Activated Transmit (VOX) Operation

Setting up and using hands-free transmission based on voice.

Channel Scanning Procedures

Scan Response to Incoming Transmissions

CTCSS Privacy Code Scanning

DCS Privacy Code Scanning

Scan Operation During Incoming Transmission

Dual Watch Setup and Engagement

Programming and activating the mode to monitor two channels.

Dual Watch Operation Handling

Baby Monitor Function Activation

Call Tone Settings and Selection

Roger Beep Tone Configuration

Keystroke Tones Configuration