Cobra Electronics MR HH400X VP Portable Radio User Manual
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1. fj Cob Cobra MR HH400X VP Nothing comes close to a Cobra English Printed in China Part No 480 186 P English Our Thanks to You and ac istomer A Introduction Thank you for purchasing a CobraMarine VHF radio Properly used this Cobra product will give you many years of reliable service How your CobraMarine VHF radio works This radio is a battery powered portable transceiver for use afloat It gives you 2 way vessel to vessel and vessel to shore station communications primarily for safety and secondarily for navigation and operational purposes With it you can call for help get information from other boaters talk to lock or bridge tenders and make radiotelephone calls to anywhere in the world through a marine operator Besides 2 way communications the radio can provide quick access to receive all ten 10 NOAA National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration weather channels and alert you to weather emergencies with a tone on a weather channel you can select for your area Customer Assistance ja Customer assistance Should you encounter any problems with this product or not understand its many features please refer to this owner s manual If you require further assistance after reading this manual Cobra Electronics offers the following customer assistance services For assistance in the U S A Automated help desk English only 24 hours a day 7 days a week 773 8892. 83A e 157 175 157 175 83A U S Government Only Canada Coast Guard Only 84 157 225 161 825 84 Public Correspondence Marine Operator 84A 157 225 157 225 84A Public Correspondence Marine Operator 85 157 275 161 875 85 Public Correspondence Marine Operator 85A 157 275 157 275 85A Public Correspondence Marine Operator 86 157 325 161 925 86 Public Correspondence Marine Operator 86A 157 325 157 325 86A Public Correspondence Marine Operator 87 157 375 161 975 87 Public Correspondence Marine Operator 87 157 375 157 375 87 Public Correspondence Marine Operator 87A 157 375 157 375 87A Public Correspondence Marine Operator 88 157 425 162 025 88 EE to Coast In U S only within 88 157 425 157 425 88 Commercial Intership only 88A 157 425 157 425 88A Commercial Intership only NOTE note Many of the plain numbered channels such as 01 02 and 03 transmit and receive All channels are pre programmed at the factory according to international on different frequencies This is termed duplex operation The rest of the plain regulations and those of the FCC U S A and Industry Canada Canada numbered channels and all of the A channels such as 01A 03A and 04A They cannot be altered by the user nor can modes of operation be changed transmit and receive on a single frequency wh
3. Nothing comes close to a Cobra 33 O sand Pd O Standby Receive Operating Your Radio Operating Your Radio Locked Buttons Key Lock To prevent accidental changes to your settings you can Lock m Channel Up Button m Channel Down Button m Scan Button m Memory Button m Weather UIC Button m 16 9 Button m High Low Power Button m Tri Watch Button To Lock Or Unlock The Buttons 1 Press and hold the Backlight Key Lock button for three 3 seconds The key icon will appear or disappear in the LCD When key lock is On pressing any of the listed buttons on the front of the radio will result in a three 3 beep error message Both the Backlight Key Lock button and the Talk button are active you can receive or transmit a message with key lock On but you cannot change the channel Standby Receive And Transmit Standby And Receive Standby is the usual mode for the radio whenever it is turned On From this mode you can change your settings using the buttons on the front of the radio and switch to Transmit mode using the Talk button Signals will be Received on the selected channel s and alerts broadcast by the Coast Guard and NOAA will activate the corresponding routines in your radio NOTE Coast Guard alerts are broadcast on Channel 16 and you need to have weather alert turned On to receive NOAA alerts While in Standby mode you will receive any messages sent on the channel to which you are tuned Engli
4. k Operating Your Radio Memory Location Scan faz English Memory Location Scan During Memory Location Scan the radio will rapidly switch from memory location to memory location Whenever any activity is detected the radio will stop the scan for ten 10 seconds to allow you to listen briefly on that memory location It will then continue to scan unless you switch out of the Scan mode NOTE The radio must be squelched for the memory location scan to function See page 31 for squelch procedure NOTE If there are fewer than two 2 memory locations programmed in the radio the memory location scan option will not be available To program at least two 2 memory locations see page 40 To Enter Memory Location Scan 1 From Standby mode press the Memory button 2 Press the Scan button The radio will immediately begin to scan the channels you programmed into the memory The Scan and Memory icons will show on the LCD To Exit Memory Location Scan 1 From Memory Location Scan mode press the Scan button This will return the radio to Memory mode on the last scanned memory location 2 Press the Memory button to return to Standby mode on the last channel shown before entering memory scan During Memory Location Scan while receiving an incoming transmission You Can Choose From The Following a Press the Talk button to remain on that memory location and end scanning This will return the radio to
5. 2 cesar Reese ee a a cetus 47 Order Form And Optional Accessories 0 00000 eee 48 Nothing comes close to a Cobra ome laalelelare eminere Introduction Introduction The following WARNINGS and CAUTIONS will make you aware of RF exposure hazards and how to assure you operate the radio within the FCC RF exposure limits established for it Important Safety Information Before assembling and using your CobraMarine VHF radio please read these general precautions and warnings Warning and caution statements To make the most of this radio it must be assembled and used properly Please read the assembly and operating instructions carefully before assembling and using it Special attention must be paid to the WARNING and CAUTION statements in this manual I WARNING Statements identify conditions that could result in personal injury or loss of life CAUTION Statements identify conditions that could cause damage to the radio or other equipment Safety training information This CobraMarine radio is designed for and classified as Occupational Use Only It must only be used in the course of employment by individuals aware of both the hazards and the ways to minimize those hazards This radio is NOT intended for use in an uncontrolled environment by the General Population This radio has been tested and complies with the FCC RF exposure limits for Occupational Use Only This CobraMarine VHF radio also comp
6. State Province Zip Country Telephone Credit Card Number Type O Visa O MasterCard O Discover Exp Date Customer Signature Amount Shipping Handling 10 00 or less 3 00 10 01 25 00 5 50 25 01 50 00 7 50 50 01 90 00 10 50 90 01 130 00 13 50 130 01 200 00 16 50 200 01 plus 10 of purchase For AK HI and PR add additional 26 95 for FedEx Next Day or 10 95 for FedEx 2nd Day Excludes weekend and holiday shipments Please allow 2 3 weeks for delivery in the U S Prices subject to change without notice The Cobra line of quality products includes CB Radios microTALK Radios Radar Laser Detectors Safety Alert Traffic Warning Systems Accessories GPS Global Positioning System HighGear Accessories VHF Marine Radios Power Inverters English U S Cost Each Tax Table U S Subtotal Wisconsin add 5 Tax if Applicable Indiana Ohio Michigan add 6 California add 7 25 Illinois add 8 75 Shipping Handling Total Optional Accessories You can find quality Cobra products and accessories at your local Cobra dealer or in the U S A you can order directly from Cobra Ordering From U S A Call 773 889 3087 for pricing or visit www cobra com For credit card orders complete and return this order form to fax number 773 622 2269 Or call 773 889 3087 Press 1 from the main menu 8 00 a
7. 600 1 Watt CAN 20 Canada Coast Guard Only International Port Operations Ship Movement 20A 157 000 157 000 20A Port Operations 21 157 050 161 650 21 Port Operations Ship Movement 21A 157 050 157 050 21A U S Government Only Canada Coast Guard Only 22 e 157 100 161 700 22 Port Operations Ship Movement EM C e a eine Eere ur c 23 157 150 161 750 23 Public Correspondence Marine Operator 23A 157 150 157 150 23A Government Only 24 157 200 161 800 24 Public Correspondence Marine Operator 25 157 250 161 850 25 Public Correspondence Marine Operator 26 157 300 161 900 26 Public Correspondence Marine Operator 27 157 350 161 950 27 Public Correspondence Marine Operator 28 157 400 162 000 28 Public Correspondence Marine Operator 60 156 025 160 625 60 Public Correspondence Marine Operator 61 156 075 160 675 61 Public Correspondence Marine Operator Port Operation Ship Movement Bs ud ee Rods iii Wost Coast Coast pu Oni Eit east Coat Fishing 62 156 125 160 725 62 Public Correspondence Marine Operator Port Operations Ship Movement 62A 156 125 156 125 62A West Coast Coast Guard Only East Coast Commercial Fishing English Nothing comes close to a Cobra VHF Marine 2 VHF Marine e ala aH e annel e Channel Channel Ma
8. Be sure that the seal seats properly CAUTION Operating the radio without the antenna in place may damage the unit The radio is not waterproof until the antenna and battery pack are in place with their seals properly seated Wrist Strap Your radio comes with the Wrist Strap already attached It can be easily removed if you choose not to use it Belt Clip Use the Belt Clip to carry your radio around with you 1 Slide the clip onto your belt 2 Insert the knob on the back of the radio into the channel on the back of the belt clip You must have the radio upside down as shown to insert or remove it from the belt clip 3 Once the knob has been inserted all the way into the belt clip channel the radio will swing freely while being securely retained The radio is shipped with six 6 rechargeable NiMH Nickel Metal Hydride Batteries in the package When your rechargeable Batteries begin to discharge too quickly it is time to install new ones It will also operate with six 6 high quality alkaline Batteries Installing The Batteries 1 Open the battery compartment by turning the screw counter clockwise one quarter 14 turn 2 Slide the empty battery tray out of the radio 3 Align the batteries with the slots in the battery tray and insert them Be sure to match the polarity markings on the batteries with those on the tray 4 Slide the full battery tray into the radio Be sure the seal is in its groove
9. Channel Scan the radio will rapidly switch from channel to channel through all the channels Whenever any activity is detected the radio will stop the scan for ten 10 seconds to allow you to listen briefly on that channel It will then continue to scan unless you switch out of the Scan mode note The radio must be squelched for the channel scan to function See page 31 for squelch procedure To Enter Channel Scan 1 From Standby mode press the Scan button The radio will immediately begin to scan the entire channel map selected in the active channel map The Scan icon will show on the LCD To Exit Channel Scan 1 From Scan mode press the Scan button This will return the radio to Standby mode on the last scanned channel During Channel Scan while receiving an incoming transmission You Can Choose From The Following a Press the Talk button to remain on that channel and end scanning This will return the radio to Standby mode b Press the Channel Up or Channel Down button to resume scanning channels If you do not press any buttons within ten 10 seconds your radio will automatically resume scanning channels During Channel Scan while not receiving a transmission You Can Choose From The Following a Press the Talk button to communicate on the last memory location scanned and return to Standby mode b Press the Channel Up or Channel Down button to change scan direction Nothing comes close to a Cobra
10. Radio Controls And Indicators 000000e eee eee A2 Backlit LGD Screens sirkana ta tones mirae deraa eaae ek A3 Product Features A3 Important Safety Information 2220 cece eae 2 Recommendations For Marine Communication 5 9 VHF Marine Radio Protocols FCC Licensing Information 0000 ccc ee eniad ea 5 VHF Marine Radio Procedures 0 cece cece cece 7 WOiCe Callin uk aaepe ote bte Rete d qe aed 8 Radiotelephone Calls 0260 c cece cette 9 Emergency Messages And Distress Procedure 05 10 VHF Marine Channel Assignments 00020200005 14 NOAA Weather Channels And Alert 00 e eee e eee 24 o Installation Included In This Package 00 cc esse ee eee eee 25 Antenna Wrist Strap And Belt Clip 00008 26 Batteries and Charger 2 se etm eg LE AER ceed ae 27 9 Operating Your Radio Getting Started irae eere trmapen Saeed Deere 30 Standby Receive And Transmit 2 2222000000 34 NOAA All Hazards Weather Radio And Alerts 36 Advanced Operation 22s eee e ker ERES ERR ERR 37 Maintenant e secan an earna VOR M PNEU PREIS A 44 Troubleshooting 1 cds agen Ske e Rent e ea 44 Specifications ix cc icdatedenehernas P RITEPRUTR RR XR dae Pda 45 amp Warranty Limited 3 Year Warranty 0 0 00 cece eee eee ee 46 Customer Service a PrOUUCt SOIVICE
11. and not pinched between the tray and the body of the radio 5 Turn the screw one quarter 14 turn clockwise to lock the battery tray in place After the NiMH batteries are installed in the radio they will need to be charged before they can be used CAUTION The gasket on the base of the battery pack is essential for the radio to be waterproof Be certain that it is not dislodged and that it fits properly into the radio CAUTION NiMH batteries are toxic Please dispose of the old ones properly Some marine suppliers accept old batteries for recycling and many municipal waste disposal agencies have special provisions for battery disposal N Nothing comes close to a Cobra Installation Maintaining The Battery Charge As you use your radio the battery power icon will show the battery power remaining When the icon begins to flash it is time to recharge or change the batteries Power Sources Initial Charge 1 The Cobra provided NiMH batteries can be Charged at home in your automobile or in your boat using the appropriate 12 or 120 volt power cord with the charger Ne CR amp Insert Radio Cobra CHARGE f2s English Insert one 1 of the power cords into the back of the drop in charging cradle Insert the other end of the power cord into the appropriate 12 or 120 volt power source Insert the radio into the charger The metal pads on the radio will contact mating pads
12. are what navigational aids or landmarks are near State the nature of your distress 8 State the kind of assistance needed 9 Give number of persons aboard and conditions of any injured 10 11 12 13 14 Estimate present seaworthiness of your vessel Briefly describe your vessel length type color hull Say WILL BE LISTENING ON CHANNEL 16 End message by saying THIS IS your vessel name or call sign OVER Release Talk button and listen Someone should answer If not repeat the call beginning at item 3 above English O Emergency Messages A and sd Ke ei 1ois VHF Marine Radio Protocols Keep the radio nearby Even after your message has been received the Coast Guard can find you more quickly if you can transmit a signal for a rescue boat to hone in on For Example Mayday Mayday Mayday This is Corsair Corsair Corsair or Illinois 1234 AB three 3 times Mayday Corsair or Illinois 1234 AB Navy Pier bears 220 degrees magnetic distance five 5 miles Struck submerged object and flooding need pump and tow Four adults three children aboard no one injured Estimate we will remain afloat one half 2 hour Corsair or Illinois 1234 AB is 26 foot sloop with blue hull and tan deck house will be listening on Channel 16 This is Corsair or Illinois 1234 AB Over It is a good idea to write out a script of the message form and post it wh
13. battery tray and store them in a separate package This is especially so if you are using alkaline batteries Troubleshooting Current Drain Problem Possible Cause s No display on LCD when Batteries are exhausted radio is turned On Batteries not installed properly Solution s Recharge or replace batteries Remove batteries and reinstall according to polarity markings Stand by 40 mA Receive 200 mA Transmit 1 8 A High power 0 7 A Low Temperature Range 20 C to 60 C Radio Dimensions 5 5 X 2 2 x 1 4 14 cm x 5 6 cm x 3 6 cm Radio Weight Receiver Frequency Range 1 1 Ibs 0 5 kg 156 050 to 163 275 MHz Receiver Type Double Conversion Super Heterodyne NiMH batteries run Batteries are at the down quickly end of their life Replace with new batteries Will transmit at Batteries are low one 1 watt but not at five 5 watts Selected channel is imited to one 1 watt Recharge or replace batteries Switch to another channel Sensitivity 20 dB Quieting 0 35 uV 12 dB Sinad 0 30 uV Adjacent Channel Selectivity 60 dB Intermodulation and Rejection 60 dB Spurious and Image Rejection 60 dB Selected channel is limited to receive only Will not transmit Switch to another channel AF Output Transmitter Frequency Range TX 250 mW 8 Ohms 156 025 to 157 425 MHz No sound from speaker Volume level is too low or squelch level is too de
14. clockwise until you hear and feel a click On Off Power Volume Knob Volume Squelch Knob The On Off Power Volume knob also controls the speaker Volume The Volume adjustment applies only to what you hear from the speaker and does not affect the Volume of your outgoing messages which is controlled by the circuitry of your radio To Increase The Volume 1 Turn the On Off Power Volume knob clockwise To Decrease The Volume 1 Turn the On Off Power Volume knob counter clockwise Squelch Squelch control filters weak signals and radio frequency noise so that you can more clearly hear the signals you want To Squelch Your Radio 1 With the Squelch knob turned fully counter clockwise turn the On Off Power Volume knob clockwise until you hear a hissing noise sound 2 Turn the Squelch knob clockwise until the hissing sound stops Turning the Squelch knob further clockwise will filter weak and medium strength signals until only the strongest signal can get through at its highest setting To receive weaker signals turn the Squelch knob counter clockwise If the squelch is set so you can hear a continuous hissing sound the scan and tri watch functions will be blocked Nothing comes close to a Cobra Bil Operating Your Radio U S A International Canada Channel Maps Three 3 sets of VHF Channel Maps have been established for marine use in the U S A Canada and the rest of the world International Most
15. duty cycle The radio is transmitting when the Talk button is pressed and the Transmit icon shows on the LCD screen ALWAYS use only Cobra authorized accessories antennas batteries belt clips etc DO NOT operate the radio where RF energy generated during transmission may cause electromagnetic interference or incompatibility with other devices or systems This includes aircraft blasting sites and hospitals TURN OFF the radio in explosive atmospheres and where signs are posted prohibiting radio transmissions Failure to observe any of these warnings may cause you to exceed FCC RF exposure limits or create other dangerous conditions Nothing comes close to a Cobra 3 Introduction CAUTION Your radio is waterproof only when the antenna and batteries are properly installed AVOID using or storing the radio at temperatures below 4 F 20 C or above 140 F 60 C KEEP your radio at least three 3 feet 0 9 m away from your vessel s magnetic navigation compass DO NOT attempt to service any internal parts yourself Have any necessary service performed by a qualified technician This radio is supplied with six 6 NiMH Nickel Metal Hydride rechargeable batteries m Use only the Cobra charger to recharge NiMH batteries in the radio m Do not short circuit the battery pack m When replacing the batteries dispose of the old batteries properly NiMH batteries may explode if disposed of in a fire Changes or m
16. in the charger to transfer the charging current Observe that the red light on the front of the charger glows to indicate that the radio is properly seated and the charger is operating Allow the batteries to charge for 15 to 18 hours I WARNING Only the rechargeable NiMH batteries can be recharged NOTE If the drop in charger is to be used on a boat Cobra recommends you attach it to a shelf or bulkhead using the screw holes provided to prevent damage due to the boat rolling or pitching You can monitor incoming calls while the radio is charging However you should remove it from the charger to transmit Charging will be quicker if the radio is turned Off CAUTION Use only the drop in charger provided by Cobra Do not use the charger with alkaline batteries only the NiMH batteries are rechargeable Spent alkaline batteries must be discarded and replaced It is a good idea to keep a set of fresh high quality alkaline batteries with your radio Should the rechargeable batteries become discharged and no electrical power source be available you can insert the alkaline batteries and continue to use your radio until you can return to using the rechargeable ones N Nothing comes close to a Cobra Operating Your Radio Operating Your Radio Getting Started Refer to the foldout on the front cover of this manual to identify the various controls and indicators on your radio Througho
17. you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state Exclusions This limited warranty does not apply 1 To any product damaged by accident 2 In the event of misuse or abuse of the product or as a result of unauthorized alterations or repairs 3 If the serial number has been altered defaced or removed 4 If the owner of the product resides outside the U S A All implied warranties including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited in duration to the length of this warranty Cobra shall not be liable for any incidental consequential or other damages including without limitation damages resulting from loss of use or cost of installation Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations may not apply to you For Products Purchased Outside The U S A Please contact your local dealer for warranty information fA English LE Customer Service Product Service If you have any questions about operation or installing your new CobraMarine VHF product or if you are missing parts Please call Cobra first DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE See customer assistance on page A1 If your product should require factory service please call Cobra first before sending your radio This will ensur
18. 3087 phone Customer assistance operators English and Spanish 8 00 a m to 6 00 p m CT Mon through Fri 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 For assistance outside the U S A Contact your local dealer 2004 Cobra Electronics Corporation 6500 West Cortland Street Chicago Illinois 60707 USA www cobra com Radio Controls Introduction Antenna Squelch Knop Knob On Off Power Volume Knob Backlight Key Lock Button Channel Up Down Buttons Weather UIC Button High Low Power Button Speaker Microphone c obra MR HH400 fa2 English P ATA Belt Clip Engagement Battery Compartment Wrist Strap Connector Memory ES Button Scan Button Backlit LCD Screen Instant Channel E 16 9 Button Tri Watch Button Charging Contacts a Backlit LCD eran Introduction Backlit LCD Liquid Crystal Display screen Tri Watch Icon Scan Channel i Numbers i 6 High Low Weather Power Icons Transmit B Received i Signal Strength Icons Weather Ea 2 Deere 1011311 E Alert icon U I C Active Channel Map Icon
19. Standby mode b Press the Channel Up or Channel Down button to resume scanning memory locations If you do not press any buttons within ten 10 seconds your radio will automatically resume scanning memory locations During Memory Location Scan while not receiving a transmission You Can Choose From The Following a Press the Talk button to communicate on the last memory location scanned and return to Standby mode b Press the Channel Up or Channel Down button to change scan direction S Nothing comes close to a Cobra Operating Your Radio Operating Your Radio Maintenance Very little maintenance is required to keep your CobraMarine VHF radio in good operating condition m Keep the radio and charger clean by wiping with a soft cloth and mild Number of Channels All U S Canadian and International 10 NOAA Weather Channels detergent Do not use solvents or harsh or abrasive cleaners which could Channel Spacing 25 kHz damage the case or scratch the LCD screen Modulation 16 KOF3E m f the radio is exposed to salt water wipe with a soft moist cloth at least once a day Input Voltage 7 2 VDC to prevent build up of salt deposits which could interfere with button operation Battery Life 5 TX 5 RX 90 Stand by 2100mAh NiMH 21 hours 30 minutes 5 watts 38 hours 1 watt m f the radio will be stored for a long period such as over the winter remove the batteries from the
20. Watch button The Tri Watch icon will appear on the LCD and the radio will scan among Channel 16 tri watch location one 1 and tri watch location two 2 A signal on any one 1 of the three 3 locations will stop the scan for ten 10 seconds to allow you to listen to the traffic on that location To Exit Tri Watch Mode 1 Press the Tri Watch button The icon will disappear from the LCD and the radio will return to Standby mode status During Tri Watch while receiving an incoming transmission You Can Choose From The Following a Press the Talk button to remain on that tri watch location and return to Standby mode b Press the Channel Up or Channel Down button to resume scanning tri watch locations If you do not press any buttons within ten 10 seconds your radio will automatically resume scanning tri watch locations During Tri Watch while not receiving a transmission You Can Choose From The Following a Press the Talk button to communicate on the last tri watch location scanned and return to Standby mode b Press the Channel Up or Channel Down button to change scan direction s Nothing comes close to a Cobra Operating Your Radio Memory Locations Your radio has ten 10 Memory Locations for storing your most frequently used channels These Memory Locations can be selected individually or can be scanned See page 42 under memory location scan Memory Button fao English To Program Memory Loca
21. e and your radio will not change mode Nothing comes close to a Cobra Operating Your Radio Operating Your Radio Tri Watch Tri Watch gives you one 1 button access to scan the three 3 locations of most importance to you Channel 16 will always be one 1 of the scanned locations The other two 2 locations will be stored in the radio They can be edited and or recalled for future engagements of Tri Watch mode NOTE The radio must be squelched for tri watch to function See page 31 for squelch procedure Tri Watch Button To Program Or Edit The Tri Watch Locations lI 1 Press and hold the Tri Watch button for three 3 seconds The Tri Watch and Memory icons on the LCD will be turned On 2 Press the Channel Up or Channel Down button to move to the channel you want to enter into tri watch location one 1 3 Press the Tri Watch button You will hear a two 2 beep confirmation signal 4 Press the Channel Up or Channel Down button to move to the channel you want to enter into 1 l tri watch location two 2 om a 5 Press the Tri Watch button You will hear a two 2 beep confirmation signal and the Memory icon will disappear from the LCD The radio will immediately engage tri watch see page 39 for further details fs English Nau Button ZA N IUS AA e 4 Talk or Channel Up Down To Enter Tri Watch Mode 1 From Standby mode press the Tri
22. e nature with parts other than those recommended by Cobra may cause a violation of the technical regulations of part 80 of the FCC Rules or violation of type acceptance requirements of part 2 of the rules fe English O VHF Marine Radio 5 Procequre VHF Marine Radio Procedures Maintain your watch Whenever your boat is underway the radio must be turned On and be tuned to Channel 16 except when being used for messages Power Try one 1 watt first if the station being called is within a few miles If there is no answer switch to a higher power This will conserve your battery and minimize interference to other users Calling coast stations Call a coast station on its assigned channel You may use Channel 16 when you do not know the assigned channel Calling other vessels Call other vessels on Channel 16 or on Channel 9 Channel 9 is preferred for recreational vessel use You may also call on ship to ship channels when you know that the vessel is listening on a ship to ship channel Limits on calling You must not call the same station for more than 30 seconds at a time If you do not get a reply wait at least two 2 minutes before calling again After three 3 calling periods wait at least 15 minutes before calling again Change channels After contacting another station on a calling channel change immediately to a channel which is available for the type of message you want to send Station identification Identif
23. e the fastest turn around time on your repair You may be asked to send your radio to the Cobra factory It will be necessary to furnish the following to have the product serviced and returned 1 For warranty repair include some form of proof of purchase such as a mechanical reproduction or carbon of a sales receipt If you send the original receipt it cannot be returned 2 Send the entire product 3 Enclose a description of what is happening with the radio Include a typed or clearly printed name and address of where the radio is to be returned 4 Pack radio securely to prevent damage in transit If possible use the original packing material 5 Ship prepaid and insured by way of a traceable carrier such as United Parcel Service UPS or Priority Mail to avoid loss in transit to Cobra Factory Service Cobra Electronics Corporation 6500 West Cortland Street Chicago Illinois 60707 U S A 6 If the radio is in warranty upon receipt of your radio it will either be repaired or exchanged depending on the model Please allow approximately three 3 to four 4 weeks before contacting Cobra for status If the radio is out of warranty a letter will automatically be sent informing you of the repair charge or replacement charge If you have any questions please call 773 889 3087 for assistance Nothing comes close to a Cobra Customer Service Order Form Ord On Name Address No P O Boxes City
24. ep Re adjust volume and squelch RF Output Power 1 and 5 Watts Spurious Emissions 60 dB High 55 dB Low No response to button press Key lock is On Press Backlight Key Lock button Microphone Type Condenser Frequency Stability 5 ppm FM Hum and Noise 40 dB No answer to calls Out of range of other station Signal is blocked by terrain English Switch to five 5 watts or move closer Move until you have a line of sight to the other station N Nothing comes close to a Cobra Limited 3 Year Warranty For Products Purchased In The U S A Cobra Electronics Corporation warrants that its CobraMarine VHF radio and the component parts thereof will be free of defects in workmanship and materials for a period of three 3 years from the date of first consumer purchase This warranty may be enforced by the first consumer purchaser provided that the product is utilized within the U S A Cobra will without charge repair or replace at its option defective radios products or component parts upon delivery to the Cobra Factory Service department accompanied by proof of the date of first consumer 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 will be at Cobra s expense if the product is repaired or replaced under warranty This warranty gives
25. ere you and others on your vessel can see it when an emergency message needs to be sent Nothing comes close to a Cobra 13 VHF Marine Radio Protocols VHF marine channel assignments Three 3 sets of VHF channels have been established for marine use in the U S A Canada and the rest of the world International Most of the channels are the same for all three 3 maps but there are definite differences see table on the following pages Your radio has all three 3 maps built into it and will operate correctly in whichever area you choose The following is a brief outline of the channel assignments in the U S A Channel Map Distress Safety And Calling Channel 16 Getting the attention of another station calling or in emergencies distress and safety Calling Channel 9 General purpose non emergency calling by non commercial vessels Recreational boaters are urged to use this channel to reduce congestion on Channel 16 Intership Safety Channel 6 Ship to ship safety messages and for search and rescue messages to Coast Guard ships and aircraft Coast Guard Liaison Channel 22A To talk to the Coast Guard non emergency after making contact on Channel 16 Non Commercial Channels 68 69 71 72 78A 79A 80A Working channels for small vessels Messages must be about needs of the vessel such as fishing reports berthing and rendezvous Use Channel 72 only for ship to ship messages Commercial Chan
26. ges and D oceq VHF Marine Radio Protocols Emergency messages and distress procedure The ability to summon assistance in an emergency is the primary reason to have a VHF marine radio The marine environment can be unforgiving and what may initially be a minor problem can rapidly develop into a situation beyond your control The Coast Guard monitors Channel 16 responds to all distress calls and coordinates all search and rescue efforts Depending on the availability of other capable vessels or commercial assistance operators in your vicinity Coast Guard or Coast Guard Auxiliary craft may be dispatched In any event do communicate with the Coast Guard as soon as you experience difficulties and before your situation becomes an emergency Use the emergency message procedures only after your situation has become grave or you are faced with a sudden danger threatening life or property and requiring immediate help If you are merely out of gas do not send an emergency message Drop your anchor and call a friend or marina to bring the fuel you need or give you a tow English O Emergency Messages and D sd e Tei Toi Marine emergency signals The three 3 spoken international emergency signals are The distress signal MAYDAY is used to indicate that a station is threatened by grave and imminent danger and requests immediate assistance PAN PAN The urgency signal PAN PAN is used when the safety of the vessel or per
27. his is Corsair Vagabond Corsair this is Vagabond Reply 72 or any proper working channel Corsair 72 or Roger m After communications are completed each vessel must sign off with its call sign or vessel name and switch to Channel 16 NOTE For best sound quality at the station you are calling hold the microphone on the front of the radio at least two 2 inches five 5 cm from your mouth and slightly off to one 1 side Speak in a normal tone of voice fs English VHF Marine Radio Protocols Radiotelephone calls Boaters may make and receive radiotelephone calls to and from any number on the telephone network by using the services of public coast stations Calls can be made for a fee between your radio and telephones on land sea and in the air See pages 14 through 23 for the public correspondence marine operator channels If you plan to use these services consider registering with the operator of the public coast station that you plan to work through Those services can provide you with detailed information and procedures to follow CAUTION You may disclose privileged information during a radiotelephone call Keep in mind that your transmission is NOT private as it is on a regular telephone Both sides of the conversation are being broadcast and can be heard by anyone who has a radio and tunes to the channel you are using Nothing comes close to a Cobra 9 O Emergency Messa
28. ich is termed simplex operation between simplex and duplex Your radio automatically adjusts to these conditions When in simplex operation the A icon will appear on the LCD see illustration on page A3 22 English Nothing comes close to a Cobra 23 VHF Marine Radio Protocols NOAA Weather Channels And Alert Monitoring the weather will probably be a frequent use of your VHF radio The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration NOAA provides continuous around the clock broadcasts of the latest weather information Taped weather messages run every four 4 to six 6 minutes and are revised every two 2 or three 3 hours or as needed The Coast Guard also announces weather and other safety warnings on Channel 16 Smart boaters keep an eye on safety and an ear to the VHF radio and never let the weather catch them unaware NOAA Emergency Weather Alert In the event of a major storm or other weather condition requiring vessels at sea or on other bodies of water to be notified NOAA broadcasts a 1050 Hz tone that receivers such as your CobraMarine VHF radio can detect and warn you of a weather alert condition When the Weather Alert mode on your radio is On this signal will produce a loud tone from the speaker in the radio and a flashing ALRT icon on the LCD to signal that a weather alert is being broadcast To hear the warning itself you will need to switch to the weather channel you selected Test To test thi
29. l Hazards Weather Radio And Alert Weather Radio NOAA broadcasts Weather information as described in the NOAA weather channels section on page 24 of this manual You can listen to one 1 or two 2 of these ten 10 channels at any time only in the Receive mode Weather UIC Button NOTE N Only one 1 or two 2 of the weather channels will be operating in any given location You will need to select the channel with the strongest signal in your location To Listen To The Weather Channels 1 From Standby mode press the Weather UIC button The radio will enter the Weather mode and the icon will show on the LCD 2 Press the Channel Up or Channel Down button to change the weather channels hold the button for fast advance To exit the Weather mode and return to Standby mode press the Weather UIC button again Weather Alert NOAA also broadcasts special Weather Alerts to warn of severe weather These are preceded by a special signal that your radio can detect However you must set your radio to the weather channel that broadcasts a strong signal in the area where you are and you must activate the To Activate Weather Alert 1 Enter the Weather mode and select a station with a strong signal as described above li 2 Press and hold the Weather UIC button for two 2 seconds to turn the Weather Alert mode On or Off ic A The Alert icon on the LCD will turn On or Off To exit the Weather mode and
30. lies with the following guidelines and standards regarding RF energy and electromagnetic energy levels as well as evaluation of those levels for human exposure m FCC OET Bulletin 65 Edition 97 01 Supplement C Evaluating Compliance with FCC Guidelines for Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields American National Standards Institute C95 1 1992 IEEE Standard for Safety Levels with Respect to Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields 3 kHz to 300 GHz American National Standards Institute C95 3 1992 IEEE Recommended Practice for the Measurement of Potentially Hazardous Electromagnetic Fields RF and Microwave f English CI WARNING Your CobraMarine radio generates electromagnetic RF radio frequency energy when it is transmitting To ensure that you and those around you are not exposed to excessive amounts of that energy beyond FCC allowable limits for occupational use ALWAYS hold the radio especially the antenna at least two 2 inches five 5 cm away from you when you are transmitting NEVER allow the antenna to touch any part of your body when transmitting KEEP the radio and antenna at least as far from bystanders as from yourself DO NOT operate the radio without the supplied antenna or a Cobra authorized replacement attachment In addition to the RF energy exposure hazard doing so may damage the radio DO NOT transmit more than 5096 of the time the radio is in use 5096
31. m to 6 00 p m CT Monday through Friday Make check or money order payable to Cobra Electronics Attn Accessories Dept 6500 West Cortland Street Chicago IL 60707 USA To order online please visit our website www cobra com
32. nded uses VHF Marine Radio Protocols FCC LICENSING INFORMATION CobraMarine VHF radios comply with the FCC Federal Communication Commission requirements that regulate the Maritime Radio Service The radio operates on all currently allocated marine channels and is switchable for use according to U S A International or Canadian regulations It features instant access to emergency Channel 16 and calling Channel 9 as well as NOAA National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration All Hazards Radio with Alert that can be accessed by pressing one 1 key Station license An FCC ship station license is no longer required for any vessel traveling in U S A waters which uses a VHF marine radio RADAR or EPIRB Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon and which is not required to carry radio equipment However any vessel required to carry a marine radio on an international voyage carrying a HF single side band radiotelephone or carrying a marine satellite terminal must obtain a station license FCC license forms and applications for ship and land stations can be downloaded through the Internet at www fcc gov forms Forms can also be obtained by calling the FCC at 888 225 5322 Nothing comes close to a Cobra 3 VHF Marine Radio Protocols International station license If your vessel will be entering the sovereign waters of a country other than the U S A or Canada you should contact that country s communications regulat
33. nels 1A 7A 8 9 10 11 18A 19A 63A 67 72 79A 80A 88A Working channels for working ships only Messages must be about business or needs of the ship Use Channels 8 67 72 and 88A only for ship to ship messages English VHF Marine Radio Protocols Public Correspondence Marine Operator Channels 24 25 26 27 28 84 84A 85 85A 86 86A 87 87A 88 For calls to marine operators at public coast stations You can make and receive telephone calls through these stations Port Operations Channels 1A 5A 12 14 20A 63A7 65A 66A 73 74 77 Used for directing the movement of ships in or near ports locks or waterways Messages must be about operational handling movement and safety of ships Navigational Channels 13 67 Channels are available to all vessels Messages must be about navigation including passing or meeting other vessels These are also the main working channels for most locks and drawbridges You must keep your messages short and power output at no more than one 1 watt Maritime Control Channel 17 For talking to vessels and coast stations operated by state or local governments Messages must be about regulation and control boating activities or assistance Digital Selective Calling Channel 70 This channel is set aside for distress safety and general calling using only digital selective calling techniques Voice communication is prohibited your radio cannot transmit voice messages on
34. odifications to your radio MAY VOID its compliance with FCC rules and make it illegal to use fal English e Recommendations for Introducti ar f Recommendations for Marine Communication The frequencies your radio uses are set aside to enhance safety afloat and for vessel navigation and operational messages over a range suitable for nearshore voyages If the five 5 watt maximum output of your radio isn t sufficient for the distances you travel from the coast consider installing a CobraMarine fixed mount radio with up to 25 watts of output power Visit www cobra com or your local dealer for model availability If you will be going far offshore you should consider adding even more powerful radio equipment such as HF single side band or satellite radio for your vessel The U S Coast Guard does not endorse cellular telephones as substitutes for marine radios They generally cannot communicate with rescue vessels and if you make a distress call on a cellular telephone only the party you call will be able to hear you Additionally cellular telephones may have limited coverage over water and can be hard to locate If you don t know where you are the Coast Guard will have difficulty finding you if you re using a cellular telephone However cellular telephones can have a place on board where cellular coverage is available to allow social conversations and keep the marine frequencies uncluttered and available for their inte
35. of the channels are the same for all three 3 maps but there are definite differences see table on pages 16 through 23 Your radio has all three 3 maps built into it and will operate correctly in whichever area you choose Weather UIC Button ul j f2 English am 16 To Set Your Radio For The Area In Which You Will Be Using It 1 From Standby mode press and hold the Weather UIC button for two 2 seconds The radio will shift one 1 channel map and the Active Channel Map icon on the LCD will show the change on the LCD Repeat step 1 to shift to the next channel map s Channels Your radio will receive and transmit VHF signals on the Channel indicated on the LCD You can change the Channel at any time using the Channel Up and Channel Down buttons To Change Channels 1 Press the Channel Up or Channel Down button You are on Channel 88 pressing the Channel Up button will advance to Channel 1 If you are on Channel 1 pressing the Channel Down button will advance to Channel 88 You can hold the Channel Up or Channel Down button for fast advance The beep sound will occur only at the first press of the button and not during fast advance If the new channel selected is restricted to low power the radio will automatically switch to Low Power mode and the Low Power icon will appear on the LCD If the radio is in the Key Lock mode the channel will not change and the three 3 beep error signal will so
36. ory authority for licensing information Radio call sign Currently the FCC does not require recreational boaters to have a license The United States Coast Guard recommends that the boat s registration number and state of registry e g Illinois 1234 AB be used as a call sign and be clearly visible on the vessel Canadian ship station license This portable VHF radiotelephone is suitable ONLY for voluntary carriage onboard Canadian ships NOT subject to the Ship Station Radio Regulations 1999 You may need a license if your vessel is operated in Canadian waters Please contact the nearest field office or write Industry of Canada Radio Regulatory Branch Attn DOSP 300 Slater Street Ottawa Ontario Canada K1A 0C8 User responsibility and operating locations All users are responsible for observing domestic and foreign government regulations and are subject to severe penalties for violations The VHF frequencies on your radio are reserved for marine use and require a special license to operate from land including when your boat is on its trailer p NOTE This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two 2 conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation FCC Warnings Replacement or substitution of transistors regular diodes or other parts of a uniqu
37. p Frequency Number USA Int l Canada Transmit Receive cranna uss 63 156 175 160 775 63 Public Correspondence Marine Operator Port Operations Ship Movement 63A 156 175 156 175 63A Port Operations and Commercial VTS in selected areas 64 156 225 160 825 64 Public Correspondence Marine Operator Port Operations Ship Movement 64A 156 225 156 225 64A U S Government Only Canada Commercial Fishing 65 156 275 160 875 65 Public Correspondence Marine Operator Port Operations Ship Movement 65A 156 275 156 275 65A Port Operations 66 156 325 160 925 66 Public Correspondence Marine Operator Port Operations Ship Movement 66A 156 325 156 325 1 Watt CAN 66A Port Operations 67 U S Commercial Used for bridge to bridge communications in lower Sr K i IS SES 1303 3 1 Watt USA Mississippi River Intership Only Canada Commercial Fishing S amp R 68 156 425 156 425 68 Non Commercial Recreational 69 U S Non Commercial Recreational Canada Commercial Fishing Only p i 150 3 156473 International Intership Port Operations Ship Movement 70 RX only 156 525 70 Digital Selective Calling Voice communications not allowed Ti U S and Canada Non Commercial Recreational 5 196 39 is International Port Operations Ship Movement 72 156 625 156 625 72 Non Commercial Intership Only 73 3 156 675 156 675 73 U S Port Operations Canada Comme
38. rcial Fishing Only International Intership Port Operations Ship Movement 74 U S Port Operations Canada Commercial Fishing Only d 196 EESO a International Intership Port Operations Ship Movement 77 P 156 875 156 875 1 Watt CAN Ir Port Operations Intership only Restricted to communications with pilots for movement and docking of ships English Nothing comes close to a Cobra Bii VHF Marine O VHF Marine ACER d2annel c hannel A olala la Channel Channel Map Frequency Channel Use Number USA Int Canada Transmit Receive 78 156 925 161 525 78 Public Correspondence Marine Operator 78A 156 925 156 925 78A Non Commercial Recreational 79 156 975 161 575 79 Port Operations Ship Movement 79A 156 975 156 975 79A Commercial Also Non Commercial only in Great Lakes 80 157 025 161 625 80 Port Operations Ship Movement 80A e 157 025 157 025 80A Commercial Also Non Commercial only in Great Lakes 81 157 075 161 675 81 Port Operations Ship Movement 81A 157 075 157 075 81A U S Government Only Environmental Protection Operations 82 157 125 161 725 82 Public Correspondence Marine Operator Port Operation Ship Movement 82A e 157 125 157 125 82A U S Government Only Canada Coast Guard Only 83 157 175 161 775 83 Canada Coast Guard Only
39. return to Standby mode press the Weather UIC button again fse English Weather Alert mode on your radio to benefit from this signal Operating Your Radio Weather Alert Signal When NOAA broadcasts a Weather Alert Signal and your radio is in the Weather Alert mode you will hear a continuous audible tone and the Alert icon will flash on the LCD The alert indicators will sound and flash regardless of what channel you are operating on as soon as a NOAA alert signal is received When You Hear The Alert 1 Press any key to turn Off the alert indicators 2 Switch to the weather channel you selected to hear the NOAA emergency broadcast Advanced Operation Channel 16 9 This function gives you quick access to the calling Channel 16 and Channel 9 from any operational mode To Switch To Channel 16 Or Channel 9 1 Press the Channel 16 9 button to change to Channel 16 2 Press the Channel 16 9 button again to change to Channel 9 To exit the Channel 16 9 mode and return to whatever status existed before entering this mode press the Channel 16 9 button a third time While at Channel 16 or 9 in the Channel 16 9 mode you can also press the Channel Up and Channel Down buttons to change channels In that event another press of the Channel 16 9 button will switch your radio to Channel 16 and the sequence will start over at step 1 If you press this button when Key Lock mode is On you will get a three 3 beep error messag
40. rt Operations Ship Movement 07A 7 156 350 156 350 07A Commercial 08 g 156 400 156 400 08 Commercial Intership Only 09 g 156 450 156 450 09 Boater Calling Channel Non Commercial Recreational 10 156 500 156 500 10 Commercial 11 d 7 d 156 550 156 550 11 Commercial VTS in selected areas 12 s 156 600 156 600 12 Port Operations VTS in selected areas 8 e e e asnes teed 1 wa Usa om 8 ull 14 i 156 700 156 700 14 Port Operations VTS in selected areas 15 Rx Only 156 750 15 Environmental Receive Only Used by class C EPIRB s 15 d 156 750 156 750 1 Watt CAN and INT 15 Canada EPIRB Buoys Only International On Board Communication 16 156 800 156 800 16 International Distress Safety and Calling 17 h 156 850 156 850 1 Watt CAN 17 State Controlled U S A Only English Nothing comes close to a Cobra VHF Marine O VHF Marine C nanne A 2 arctaiat 2 Clalait a VHF Marine Radio Protocols VHF Marine Radio Protocols Channel Channel Map Frequency Number USA Int Canada Transmit Receive sd ee 18 156 900 161 500 18 Port Operations Ship Movement 18A 156 900 156 900 18A Commercial 19 156 950 161 550 19 Port Operations Ship Movement 19A 156 950 156 950 19A Commercial 20 157 000 161
41. s Simplex Location Power Icon Operation Number Icon Memory Icon Product Features Dual Power Selectable to one or five watts output power for near or distant calling Channel Scan Memory Scan Lets you scan through all channels or up to 10 selected memory locations to find conversations in progress Button Lock Prevents accidental changes to your settings when you set this feature Instant Channel 16 9 USA International Canada Channels Allows operation on any of the three different channel maps established for these areas 10 NOAA Weather Channels Instant access to all of the national Instant access to priority Channel 16 weather channels 24 hours a day and calling Channel 9 Emergency Weather Alert Tri Watch Can alert you with an audible tone Lets you monitor three channels and visual alarm if threatening weather at once Channel 16 and two user is nearby programmable channels Waterproof Six AA Rechargeable Submersible to one meter of water NiMH Batteries Included for 30 minutes meets JIS7 Standards Provides extended operating time compared to alkaline batteries with no memory effect Drop in 120v 12v Desk Charger Included Lets you charge the batteries right in the radio at home in your car or in your boat English aL Introduction Introduction e QUE Thanks TO YOU 1 2 eee ek e eren epe nc ee s A1 Customer Assistance iiiiiissslssseeesslliise Al
42. s system NOAA broadcasts the 1050 Hz signal every Wednesday sometime between 11 a m and 1 p m in each local time zone Any receiver that can detect the weather alert tone may use this feature to verify that this feature is functioning properly Weather Frequency Channel RX Frequency MHz 1 162 550 162 400 162 475 162 425 162 450 162 500 162 525 161 650 161 775 163 275 oo o0 CO1 4 c5 n5 f2al English Installation Included In This Package You should find all of the following items in the package with your CobraMarine VHF radio Drop In Battery Charger Flexible Antenna Battery Charger Power Cord Battery Tray With 6 AA NiMH Batteries For connection to 120 volt wall outlet Battery Charger Power Cord Operating Instruction Manual Belt Clip MR HHAOOX VP For connection to 12 volt source through cigarette lighter Nothing comes close to a Cobra 25 Antenna Wrist Strap X Ang pe e Installation Installation Antenna Wrist Strap And Belt Clip Batteries And Charger Install Antenna Wrist Strap Insert Knob Onto Belt Clip fr j ee 1 Antenna Installation The flexible Antenna for the radio is shipped separately in the package and must be attached before you use the radio 1 Align the base of the antenna with the socket in the top of the radio 2 Screw it all the way into the socket
43. sh Check Channel Number 2 Inches Five 5 cm From Mouth Talk Button Transmit Transmit mode gives you the ability to interact with safety services other vessels and shore stations When you use this capability be sure to follow the procedures and to observe the courtesies that govern its use so everyone benefits See pages 14 through 23 to help you select the proper channels To Transmit A Message 1 Check to see that your radio is set to a proper channel for the type of message you plan to send 2 Toggle to the low power setting 3 With the microphone about two 2 inches five 5 cm from your mouth press and hold the Talk button and speak into the microphone The Transmit icon will appear on the LCD 4 Release the Talk button when you are finished speaking Your radio can only operate in either the Transmit or the Receive mode at any given time You will not hear the response to your message unless the Talk button is released If the Battery Power icon begins blinking on the LCD when the Talk button is depressed the radio will NOT transmit and the Transmit icon will blink If the Talk button is held down for five 5 minutes the radio will automatically cease transmitting to prevent unwanted signal generation and battery drain As soon as the Talk button is released it can be pressed again to resume transmission Nothing comes close to a Cobra 35 Operating Your Radio NOAA Al
44. son is in jeopardy This signal is properly pronounced pahn pahn SECURITE The safety signal SECURITE is used for messages about the safety of navigation or important weather warnings This signal is properly pronounced see cure it tay When using an international emergency signal the appropriate signal is to be spoken three 3 times prior to the message If you hear a distress call You must give any message beginning with one 1 of these signals priority over any other messages ALL stations MUST remain silent on Channel 16 for the duration of the emergency unless the message relates directly to the emergency If you hear a distress message from a vessel stand by your radio If it is not answered YOU should answer If the distressed vessel is not nearby wait a short time for others who may be closer to acknowledge Even if you cannot render direct assistance you may be in a position to relay the message Nothing comes close to a Cobra O Emergency Messages VHF Marine Radio Protocols Marine distress procedure Speak slowly clearly calmly 1 2 3 Make sure your radio is On Select VHF Channel 16 Press Talk button and say MAYDAY MAYDAY MAYDAY Or PAN PAN PAN PAN PAN PAN or SECURITE SECURITE SECURITE Say THIS IS your vessel name or call sign Say MAYDAY or PAN PAN or SECURITE your vessel name or call sign Tell where you
45. this channel Weather Channels Wx 1 Thru 10 Receive only channels for NOAA weather broadcasts You cannot transmit on them NOTE These channels are restricted to the listed uses in certain parts of the country or for certain types of users only Consult FCC rules or a knowledgeable radio operator before using them Nothing comes close to a Cobra 15 VHF Marine VHF Marine e J VHF Marine Radio Protocols VHF Marine Radio Protocols Channel Channel Map Frequency Power Number USA Int l Canada Transmit Receive Limits 01 156 050 160 650 01 Public Correspondence Marine Operator 01A 156 050 156 050 01A Port Operations and Commercial VTS in selected areas 02 i e 156 100 160 700 02 Public Correspondence Marine Operator 03 i d 156 150 160 750 03 Public Correspondence Marine Operator 03A 156 150 156 150 03A Government Only 04 156 200 160 800 04 Public Correspondence Marine Operator Port Operations Ship Movement 04A d 156 200 156 200 04A West Coast Coast Guard Only East Coast Commercial Fishing 05 s 156 250 160 850 05 Public Correspondence Marine Operator Port Operations Ship Movement 05A 156 250 156 250 05A Port Operations VTS in selected areas 06 be 156 300 156 300 06 Intership Safety 07 M 156 350 160 950 07 Public Correspondence Marine Operator Po
46. tions 1 Press and hold the Memory button for three 3 seconds The memory location number will start flashing and Memory icon will be turned On 2 Use the Channel Up or Channel Down button to change to the memory location 0 to 9 you want to program 3 Press the Memory button to select the memory location The memory channel number will stop flashing and the channel number will start flashing 4 Use the Channel Up or Channel Down buttons to change to the channel you want to store in the selected memory location 5 Press the Memory button to program that channel The memory location number will flash again Repeat steps 2 to 5 to program as many additional memories as you want up to a total of ten 10 6 Press and hold the Memory button for three 3 seconds This will return the radio to Memory mode 7 Press and release the Memory button again to return to Standby mode To Recall A Stored Memory Location 1 Press the Memory button The Memory icon will be turned On 2 Press the Channel Up or Channel Down button to select the memory location 0 to 9 If a memory location has been programmed its associated channel will be shown on the LCD Your radio is now in Standby mode on the selected memory location To Exit Memory Location Mode 1 Press the Memory button to return the radio to Standby mode on the last channel shown on the LCD before entering Memory Location mode Channel Scan During
47. und Low Power Mode Transmit Power Output Your radio can Transmit selectively at one 1 or five 5 H LOS watts of power Cobra suggests you maintain the low m 3 E power setting for short range communications to conserve battery life and to avoid overpowering nearby stations with High Power Mode your signal Use the high power setting for long range communications or when you do not receive a response to a signal sent at one 1 watt To Toggle Between The High And Low Power Modes 1 Press the High Low Power button The LCD will show Hio CN Foner Bunton which mode is in effect CLA Some channels are restricted to use at a maximum of lt D UJ one 1 watt Your radio will automatically set the power to Low Power mode when you select those channels While using the U S A channel map if in an emergency you need to increase the output power on Channel 13 and Channel 67 for your signal to be heard you can override the Low Power mode by pressing and holding the High Low Power button Backlight The LCD will be illuminated by the Backlight as long as any key is pressed and will remain on for five 5 seconds after the button is released If You Need To Turn On The Backlight Without Disturbing Any Settings 1 Press the Backlight Key Lock button The backlight will remain On for ten 10 seconds If the backlight is On a press of the Backlight Key Lock button will turn it Off Backlight Key Lock Button J v
48. ut this manual you will be instructed to press or to press and hold buttons on the radio Press means a momentary press then release press and hold means to hold the button down Whenever you press any button except the Talk button on your radio a brief tone beep will sound to confirm the button press With all button presses the appropriate icon will appear on the LCD and the backlight will turn On The backlight will stay On for five 5 seconds after the button is released At times you will hear two 2 other sounds Two 2 beeps will sound to confirm your setting changes and three 3 beeps will sound to notify you of an error Power On Off The On Off Power Volume knob on the top of the radio is held in the Off position by a click stop Squelch Knob To Turn Your Radio On 1 Turn the Squelch knob half way counter clockwise when viewed from above 2 Turn the On Off Power Volume knob clockwise until you hear and feel a click When the radio is powered On a brief tone will sound the display backlight will turn On and the display will show all icons for two 2 seconds All buttons will be inoperative during these two 2 seconds After two 2 seconds the radio will return to the settings in effect when it was last powered Off the LCD will show the appropriate icons and all controls will be operative The radio will then be in Standby mode To Turn Your Radio Off 1 Turn the On Off Power Volume knob all the way counter
49. y in English your station by your FCC call sign ship name the state registration number or other official number at both the beginning and end of each message Prohibited communications You MUST NOT transmit m False distress or emergency messages m Messages containing obscene indecent or profane words or meaning m General calls signals or messages messages not addressed to a particular station on Channel 16 except in an emergency or if you are testing your radio m When you are on land Nothing comes close to a Cobra VHF Marine Radio Protocols Voice calling To call another vessel or a shore installation such as a lock or bridge tender m Make sure your radio is On m Select Channel 16 and listen to make sure it is not being used NOTE Channel 9 may be used by recreational vessels for general purpose calling This frequency should be used whenever possible to relieve congestion on Channel 16 m When the channel is quiet press the Talk button and call the ship you wish to call Hold the microphone a few inches from your face and speak directly into it in a normal tone of voice clearly and distinctly Say name of station being called THIS IS your vessel s name or call sign m Once contact is made on the calling channel you must switch to a proper working channel See the channel listing on pages 14 through 15 For Example The vessel Corsair calling the vessel Vagabond Corsair Vagabond t
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