10376 MT975UK.qxd 1/15/08 4:05 PM Page 1 Two-Way Radio Model MT 975 ENGLISH 1. Antenna 2. External Speaker/ Microphone Jack 3. ON/OFF Volume Knob 4. Mode Button 5. Channel Up/Down Buttons 6. Speaker/Microphone 7. Intercom Jack 8. Light/Max Range Button 9. Talk Button 10. Call Button 11. Lock/Enter Button 12. Belt Clip 13. Battery Compartment 14. Lock Tab 12 9 4 1 2 11 10 3 8 5 6 13 7 14 Product Features · Two-Way Radio with up to a 12 km (7.5 mile) range · 8 Channels* · 38 CTCSS Privacy Codes · 83 DCS Privacy Codes · 10 Channel Memory · Backlit LCD Display · Battery Saver Circuitry · Battery Level Meter · Maximum Range Extender · VOX Mode for Hands-Free Transmissions · Intercom Capable · Baby Monitor Function · VibrAlert® Silent Paging · Call Alert 10 Selectable Tones · Scan Channels, Privacy Codes, Memory · 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 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. 2 1 18 17 7 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 3 4 5 6 1. Call Alert and VibrAlert Icon 2. Lock Icon 3. Keystroke Tone Icon 4. DCS Icon 5. Roger Beep Icon 6. CTCSS Icon 7. Memory Channel Icon 8. Memory Location Number 9. Battery Level Meter 10. Privacy Code Numbers 11. Dual Watch Icon 12. VOX Icon 13. Power Saver Icon 14. Receive Icon 15. Transmit Icon 16. Scan Icon 17. Baby Monitor Icon 18. Main Channel Number Printed in China Part No. 480-440-P Version A 10376 MT975UK.qxd 1/15/08 4:05 PM Page 2 OPERATION English Use only the supplied rechargeable batteries and rapid desktop charger for recharging your microTALK® radio. Non-rechargeable alkaline batteries can also be used. Cobra recommends your radio is turned OFF while being charged. Product Information This microTALK® radio has been manufactured to meet all required standards for radio equipment using PMR 446 frequencies as authorized. The use of this two-way radio product involves the public airways and its use may be subject to local laws or regulations. Contact your radio licensing authority for more information. Radio Power and Volume To Turn Your Radio ON: Rotate the ON/OFF Volume knob clockwise to turn ON your radio and adjust the volume. A series of tones will indicate the radio is ON. Your microTALK® radio is now in LISTENING MODE, ready to receive transmissions. The radio is always in LISTENING MODE, except when the TALK, CALL or MODE buttons are pressed. ON/OFF Volume Knob To Turn Your Radio OFF: ­ Rotate the ON/OFF Volume knob counterclockwise past the click. Caring for Your Radio Your microTALK® radio will give you years of trouble-free service if cared for properly. Here are a few suggestions: · Handle the radio gently. · Keep it away from dust. · Never put the radio in water or in a damp place. · Avoid exposure to extreme temperatures. Rapid Desktop Charger and Rechargeable Batteries To Insert Batteries in Radio: 1. Remove belt clip by releasing belt clip latch and sliding clip up. 2. Pull up on lock tab to remove battery cover (on back of radio). 3. Insert batteries according to polarity markings. 4. Replace the battery compartment cover and belt clip. Printed in China Part No. 480 440 P Version A Remove Belt Clip Battery Level Meter Lock Tab Insert Batteries The Battery Level Meter will show a Battery icon containing four bars to indicate the batteries are fully charged. When battery power is low, the Low Battery Battery Level Meter will show a blinking Battery icon containing only one bar to indicate that the batteries should be recharged or replaced. NOTE: Estimated operation time on full charge: 12 hours. These rechargeable batteries must be recycled or disposed of properly in compliance with all applicable laws. They must not be thrown in the rubbish bin. Some countries and local authorities require recycling and have established collection programs. Please contact your local waste disposal authority for instructions. WARNING: Do not put batteries into fire or expose to high heat. They may explode. For Charging microTALK® Radio(s): 1. Check to see that the Insert Radio(s) batteries have been inserted properly. See above for battery installation instructions. 2. Insert radio(s) into rapid desktop charger as shown. 3. Insert round connector of adapter into jack on back of charger. 4. Plug adapter into electrical outlet. The wall charger should be installed near the equipment and easily accessible. If charging light (one light per charging well) is not ON, check position of radio. Radio should be upright. The charge indicator light will stay ON until the batteries are fully charged, then go out. NOTE: Only the supplied NiMH batteries can be recharged. Battery/Power Saver If there are no transmissions within 10 seconds, the unit will automatically switch to BATTERY SAVE MODE and POWER SAVER will appear in the display. This will not affect the unit's ability to receive incoming transmissions. Power Saver Communicating with Another Person Talk Button 1. Press and hold the TALK button. 2. With the microphone about 5 cm (2 inches) from your mouth, speak in a normal voice. 5 cm (2 Inches) From Mouth 3. Release the button when you have finished talking and listen for a response. You cannot receive incoming calls while pressing the TALK button. NOTE: Both radios must be tuned to the same channel and privacy code to communicate. 10376 MT975UK.qxd 1/15/08 4:05 PM Page 3 OPERATION English To Illuminate Display Listening Listening for a Response Release the TALK button to receive incoming transmissions. Your microTALK® is always in LISTENING MODE except when the TALK, CALL or MODE buttons are pressed. Press and release the LIGHT/MAX RANGE button to illuminate the display for 10 seconds. Light/Max Range Button To Adjust Volume Rotate the ON/OFF Volume knob clockwise to increase volume and counterclockwise to reduce it. ON/OFF Volume Knob Auto Squelch/ Maximum Range Extender Your microTALK® radio is equipped with Auto Squelch, which automatically shuts off weak transmissions and unwanted noise resulting from terrain, conditions, or from reaching your maximum range limit. You can temporarily turn OFF Auto Squelch or turn ON Maximum Range Extender, allowing all signals to be received and extending the maximum range of your radio. To Temporarily Turn OFF Auto Squelch: ­ Press the LIGHT/MAX RANGE button for less than five (5) seconds. If you hear two (2) beeps, you have turned the Maximum Range Extender ON (see below). To Turn Maximum Range Extender ON: ­ Press and hold the LIGHT/MAX RANGE button for at least five (5) seconds until you hear two (2) beeps, indicating that the Maximum Range Extender is ON. To Turn Maximum Range Extender OFF: ­ Press and release the LIGHT/MAX RANGE button or change channels. Call Button Press and release the CALL Call Button button. The other person will hear a two (2) second ringing tone. You cannot receive transmissions while sending a call. NOTE: Both radios must be tuned to the same channel and privacy code to communicate. Channels With the radio ON, select any of Channel Buttons the 8 channels by pushing the CHANNEL UP or CHANNEL DOWN button. You can press and hold the CHANNEL UP or CHANNEL Channels DOWN button for fast advance. NOTE: Both radios must be tuned to the same channel and privacy code (see "CTCSS Privacy Codes" or "DCS Privacy Codes") to communicate. microTALK® Range Your microTALK® radio has a range of up to 12 kilometres (7.5 miles). Your range will vary depending on terrain and conditions. In flat, open country, your radio Maximum Range will operate at maximum range. Buildings and foliage in the path of the signal can reduce the range. Reduced Range Dense foliage and hilly terrain will further reduce the signal. Remember, you can achieve maximum range by using Maximum Range Extender. Reduced Range See above for details. Lock Function The LOCK/ENTER button locks the CHANNEL UP, CHANNEL DOWN, and MODE buttons to prevent accidental operation. To Use the Lock Function: Lock/Enter Button ­ Press and hold the LOCK/ENTER button for two (2) seconds to turn the Lock ON or OFF. A double beep sound is used to confirm your Lock ON or OFF Lock Icon request. When the radio is in LOCK MODE, the Lock icon will be displayed. 10376 MT975UK.qxd 1/15/08 4:05 PM Page 4 OPERATION and MODE FUNCTIONS English Privacy Codes Your microTalk radio incorporates two advanced coded squelch systems that can help to reduce interference from other users on any given channel. CTCSS (Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System) provides 38 privacy codes and DCS (Digitally Coded Squelch) provides 83 privacy codes. This provides a total of 121 Privacy Codes. Either system can be used on all channels, but both systems cannot be used on the same channel at the same time. NOTE: To successfully communicate using a privacy code, both the sending and receiving radios must be tuned to the same channel and to the same privacy code system (CTCSS or DCS) and privacy code number. Each channel will remember the last privacy code system and number you select. NOTE: The privacy code 00 is not a privacy code, but allows all signals to be heard on a channel that is set to 00 both on the CTCSS and DCS systems. External Speaker/Microphone Jack Your microTALK® radio can be fitted with an external speaker/microphone, freeing your hands for other tasks. To Attach the External Speaker/Microphone: 1. Open the tab on top of the radio. 2. Insert the plug into the jack. External Speaker/ Microphone Jack Intercom With the optional intercom adapter and two external speaker/microphone attachments, a single microTALK® radio can be used as an intercom system. (Ideal for motorcyclists.) Contact your local dealer for availability and pricing. Intercom CTCSS Privacy Codes CTCSS (Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System) is an advanced tone coding system allowing you to select one of 38 privacy codes to reduce incoming transmissions from other users on the channel. NOTE: If you are using a CTCSS privacy code, both radios must be tuned to the same channel and CTCSS privacy code to communicate. Each channel will remember the last privacy code you selected. To Select a CTCSS Privacy Code: By scrolling through the MODE functions, you will be 1. After selecting a channel, CTCSS OFF press and release the able to select or change preferred features of your ® MODE button until the microTALK radio. While you are scrolling through CTCSS icon flashes on the the MODE functions, your radio features will be display. In addition to the displayed in the same predetermined order. CTCSS icon, either OFF or Whenever the radio is in a MODE function, it will Select Privacy Code the small numbers next to revert to LISTENING MODE and save the most the channel number will recently selected settings if no buttons are also flash on the display. pressed for 15 seconds. 2. If CTCSS and OFF are flashing, Set CTCSS Privacy Codes press the CHANNEL UP or Set DCS Privacy Codes CHANNEL DOWN button to Set VOX ON/OFF exit OFF and proceed to select a privacy code. Set VOX Sensitivity Level Or, if CTCSS and the small numbers next to Set Memory Locations the channel number are flashing, press the Set Channel Scan CHANNEL UP or CHANNEL DOWN button Set CTCSS Privacy Code Scan to select a privacy code. Set DCS Privacy Code Scan 3. Choose one of the following: Set Memory Location Scan a. Press the MODE button to enter the new Set VibrAlert and/or Call Alert setting and proceed to other functions. Set Dual Watch ON/OFF and b. Press the LOCK/ENTER button to enter the Program Dual Watch Location new setting and return to LISTENING MODE. Set Baby Monitor Set Call Alert Tone Signal Set Roger Beep ON/OFF Set Keystroke Tones ON/OFF Scrolling Through Mode Functions 10376 MT975UK.qxd 1/15/08 4:05 PM Page 5 MODE FUNCTIONS English 3. Choose one of the following: a. Press the MODE button to enter the new setting and proceed to other functions. b. Press the LOCK/ENTER button to enter the new setting and return to LISTENING MODE. DCS Privacy Codes DCS (Digital Coded Squelch) is an advanced digital coding system allowing you to select one of 83 privacy codes to reduce incoming transmissions from other users on the channel. NOTE: If you are using a DCS code, both radios must be tuned to the same channel and DCS privacy code to communicate. Each channel will remember the last privacy code you selected. To Select a DCS Privacy Code: 1. After selecting a channel, DCS OFF press and release the MODE button until the DCS icon flashes on the display. In addition to the DCS icon, either OFF or the small Select Privacy Code numbers next to the channel number will also flash on the display. 2. If the DCS and OFF are flashing, press the CHANNEL U ...