Cobra microTALK PR3850WXC User Manual

Owner’s Manual
Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra
®
English
TWO-WAY RADIO MODEL
PR 3850 WX C
Printed in China Part No. 480-299-P Version A

Cobra microTALK PR3850WXC Specifications

General

Number of Channels	22
Privacy Codes	121
Battery Life	Up to 10 hours
Weather Alert	Yes
VOX	Yes
Call Alert	Yes
Battery Saver	Yes
Roger Beep	Yes
Keypad Lock	Yes
Battery Type	NiMH rechargeable batteries
Privacy Codes Details	38 CTCSS, 83 DCS

Summary

Introduction and Customer Assistance

Customer Assistance Details

Provides contact information and support channels for users in Canada and the USA.

Belt Clip Usage

Instructions on how to use the belt clip to securely attach the radio.

Product Features Overview

Key Radio Features and Specifications

Details on channels, privacy codes, NOAA radio, VOX, memory, display icons, and regulatory notices.

Radio Care and Battery Management

Proper Care and Maintenance

Guidelines for proper handling, cleaning, and avoiding damage to the radio.

Battery Charging Procedures

Detailed steps for installing batteries and charging using the desktop charger.

Radio Operation Basics

Powering On and Basic Setup

How to turn the radio on, adjust volume, and select channels for first use.

Operational Features Overview

Explains standby mode, battery low indicator, and auto battery save.

Communicating with Your Radio

Transmitting, Receiving, and Volume Control

Detailed instructions on using the Talk button, listening, and adjusting volume.

Channel Selection and Power Output

How to select channels and switch between high/low power modes.

Display Illumination Function

How to activate the display backlight for improved visibility.

Radio Controls and Indicators

Auto Squelch and Button Lock Features

Managing auto squelch for range and activating the button lock feature.

Dual Function Buttons and Accessory Jack

Explains dual button functions and the speaker/mic/charge jack.

Signal Strength Meter Explained

Understanding the signal strength meter display.

Mode Functions: Range and Privacy

Radio Range and Mode Navigation

Factors affecting radio range and how to scroll through mode functions.

CTCSS Privacy Code Setup

How to select and use CTCSS privacy codes to reduce interference.

Mode Functions: NOAA and VOX

NOAA Weather Channels and VOX Operation

Accessing NOAA channels and using the Voice Activated Transmit (VOX) feature.

Mode Functions: Memory Storage

Programming Memory Locations

Step-by-step guide to program and store channel/privacy code combinations.

Recalling Stored Memory Channels

How to retrieve previously programmed memory locations.

Mode Functions: Scanning

De-programming Memory and Channel Scan

How to remove memory entries and initiate automatic channel scanning.

Advanced Scanning Operations

Channel Scan Actions and Privacy Code Scan

Options during channel scanning and how to scan privacy codes.

Memory and Tone Settings

Memory Location Scan and Call Tone Settings

Scanning programmed memory locations and selecting call tone settings.

Radio Specifications and Tones

Roger Beep and Keystroke Tones

How to enable/disable confirmation tones and button press sounds.

Frequency Allocation and Compatibility

Technical chart detailing FRS/GMRS channels, frequencies, and power levels.

Regulatory, Safety, and Service Information

Licensing, Safety Guidelines, and Service

Covers FCC/Industry Canada licensing, safety information, and product service procedures.

Warranty and Trademarks

Limited Warranty and Trademark Acknowledgement

Details the limited one-year warranty, battery warranty, and trademark acknowledgments.