Cobra microTALK RX680 - User Manual

Owner’s Manual
Printed in China
Part No. KEM-ML44000
English
TWO-WAY
RADIO MODEL
RX680
Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra
®
Limited One-Year Warranty
Altis Global Limited warrants to the original consumer purchaser only that this product and
the component parts thereof, will be free from defects in workmanship and materials for a
period of one year from the date of rst consumer purchase. During this period, Altis will,
repair or replace, at its sole option and discretion, this product or any defective parts. Altis’
liability hereunder shall be limited to repair or replacement of the defective part or parts,
and such correction shall constitute a fulllment of all of Altis’ warranties hereunder.
This limited warranty is only valid for the original consumer purchaser in limited jurisdictions
and is not transferrable. This limited warranty will automatically terminate prior to expiration
if this product is sold or otherwise transferred to another party. The product must be
purchased from Altis or an authorized dealer or the warranty is void. This limited warranty is
valid only for products purchased and utilized in specic jurisdictions. Please visit our
website at www.cobrawalkietalkie.com for a list of jurisdictions wherein this limited
warranty is valid.
This limited warranty does not cover damage due to misuse, abuse, negligence, acts of
God, accident, commercial use or modication of, or to any part of this product. This
warranty does not cover damage due to improper operation, maintenance or installation;
ordinary wear and tear; or attempted alterations or repairs by anyone other than Altis or
someone authorized by Altis to do warranty work. Any unauthorized alterations or repairs
will void this warranty. This limited warranty does not cover product sold AS IS or WITH ALL
FAULTS. This limited warranty is invalid if the factory applied serial number or date stamp
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vary depending on the country or jurisdiction in which you purchase and utilize the product.
For details on obtaining product service, support and other warranty information please visit
www.cobrawalkietalkie.com.
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from state to state and country to country.
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and do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the
above limitations may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specic legal rights, and
you may also have other rights which vary from state to state and country to country.
Provided that the product was purchased from Altis itself or through its authorized reseller
or agent and utilized in the U.S.A., Altis will, without charge, repair or replace, at its option,
defective products, products or component parts upon delivery to the authorized Altis Global
Limited Authorized Service Center, accompanied by proof of the date of rst customer
purchase, such as a duplicated copy of a sales receipt.
You must pay any initial shipping charges required to ship the product for warranty service,
but the return charges, to an address in the U.S.A, will be at Altis’ expense, if the product is
under warranty.
For Products Purchased Outside the U.S.A.
Please contact your authorized local reseller or agent for warranty information.
Trademark Acknowledgment
Manufactured, distributed, or sold by Altis Global Limited, ofcial licensee for this product.
Cobra
®
, microTalk
®
, Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra
®
, and the snake design are registered
trademarks of Cobra Electronics Corporation, USA. Cobra Electronics Corporation™ is a
trademark of Cobra Electronics Corporation, USA. All other product or service names are the
property of their respective owners.
©Cobra Electronics Corporation, USA 2019. All rights reserved.
RX680 Owner’s Manual
Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra
®
PMN: WALKIE TALKIE TWO-WAY RADIO

Cobra microTALK RX680 Specifications

General

Channels	22
Range	Up to 38 miles
Privacy Codes	121
Display	LCD
VOX	Yes
Hands-Free	Yes
Belt Clip	Yes
Keypad Lock	Yes
Call Alert	Yes
Vibrate Alert	Yes
Backlit Display	Yes
Battery Type	Rechargeable NiMH batteries
Weather Alerts	Yes, NOAA Weather Alerts
Frequency Range	FRS/GMRS
Weight	0.3 lbs

Summary

Introduction

Making Life Easier and Safer

Explains the convenience and uses of the microTALK radio for various activities.

Belt Clip

Describes how to use the belt clip for carrying the radio securely.

Customer Assistance

Product Service & Support

Provides contact information and procedures for obtaining warranty service and product support.

Customer Assistance

Operational Cautions

Provides critical advice on safe usage to prevent hearing damage and product damage.

Introduction

Product Features

Details the physical components and features of the radio through labeled diagrams.

Backlit LCD Display

Features

Lists the various features and specifications of the microTALK radio.

Caring for Your microTALK Radio

Offers guidance on how to properly care for the radio to ensure longevity and performance.

Installing Batteries

Step-by-step instructions for installing and charging the radio's batteries.

Operation

Using Your Radio

Explains how to charge the radio and use the desktop charger.

Quick Start

Provides a concise guide for turning the radio on, selecting channels, and communicating.

Waterproof

Details the IP54 waterproof and dustproof rating and usage conditions.

Getting Started

Explains the basic steps to start using the radio, including communication.

Turning Your Radio On and Off

Battery Low

Describes the low battery indicator and the auto-shutoff behavior.

Auto Battery Save

Explains the automatic battery saving feature that conserves power when not in use.

Communicating with Another Person

Talk Button

Details the procedure for using the talk button to transmit voice messages.

Listening for a Response

Listening

Explains how to receive incoming transmissions by releasing the talk button.

To Adjust Volume

Volume Knob

Describes how to use the volume knob to adjust the listening level.

Call Button

Call Button

Explains how to use the call button to alert other users with a call tone.

LED;S.O.S. Flashlight

LED;S.O.S. Flashlight

Details how to activate and deactivate the LED flashlight and S.O.S. function.

Auto Squelch;Maximum Range

Auto Squelch;Maximum Range

Explains how auto squelch works and how to disable it for extended range.

microTALK Range

Maximum Range

Discusses factors affecting communication range and optimal conditions.

Reduced Range

Explains conditions and channels that can reduce the radio's transmission range.

Operation

Mode Functions

Describes how to navigate through various radio functions using the mode button.

Channel Selection

Explains how to select radio channels, noting compatibility with other brands.

Privacy Codes

Privacy Codes

Introduces CTCSS and DCS privacy code systems to reduce interference.

Set CTCSS Privacy Codes

Provides instructions for selecting CTCSS privacy codes for channels 1-22.

Set DCS Privacy Codes

Set DCS Privacy Codes

Details the process for selecting DCS privacy codes for channels 1-22.

Voice Activated Transmit (VOX)

To turn VOX mode on or off

Guides users on how to enable or disable the hands-free VOX transmission mode.

To set VOX sensitivity

Explains how to adjust the VOX sensitivity level for optimal hands-free operation.

Ten Call Tone Settings

To change a call tone setting

Instructs on selecting one of ten different call tones for alerts.

Roger Beep Confirmation Tone

To turn roger beep on or off

Explains how to enable or disable the audible confirmation tone upon releasing the talk button.

Key Tone On;Off

To turn key tone on or off

Describes how to toggle the audible beep that sounds when buttons are pressed.

10 Memory Location

To program a memory location

Step-by-step guide to saving frequently used channels and privacy codes.

To recall a stored memory channel location

Instructions on how to access previously saved memory locations.

Channel Scan

To scan channels

Explains how to activate channel scanning to find active transmissions.

During scanning (while receiving an incoming transmission)

Details actions to take while the radio is actively scanning and detects a signal.

Memory Scan

To scan Memory channels

Guides on how to scan through saved memory channels for activity.

Set High; Low (H - L) Transmit Power Level

To toggle between H - L Power Modes

Explains how to switch between high and low power transmit modes for communication range.

NOAA* All Hazards Radio Channels

To listen to All Hazards Radio channels

Instructions on how to tune into NOAA weather radio broadcasts.

Weather (WX) Alert Mode

To turn Weather Alert On or Off

Details how to enable or disable the weather alert function for automatic warnings.

Emergency Alert Mode

Emergency Alert Mode

Explains how to activate the emergency alert feature for signaling distress.

General Specifications

Frequency Allocation and Compatibility

Lists frequencies, power output, and code systems for all 60 channels.

Safety Information for microTALK Radios

Safety Information for microTALK Radios

Provides essential safety guidelines for using the wireless handheld transceiver.

Warranty & Trademark Acknowledgment

Limited One-Year Warranty

Details the warranty terms, coverage, and limitations for the product.