Operation
Warranty
Introduction
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IMPORTANT NOTICE: FCC LICENSE REQUIRED
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This two-way radio operates on GMRS (General Mobile Radio Service) frequencies
which require an FCC (Federal Communications Commission) license. A user must be
licensed prior to operating on Channels 1 through 7 on high power or 15 through
22, which comprise the GMRS channels of this radio. Serious penalties could result for
unlicensed use of GMRS channels, in violation of FCC rules. Operation of this radio is
subject to additional rules specified in 47 C.F.R. Part 95.
Licensed users will be issued a call sign by the FCC, which should be used for station
identification when operating this radio. GMRS users should also cooperate by engaging
in permissible transmissions only, avoiding channel interference with other GMRS users,
and being prudent with the length of their transmission time.
For licensing information and application forms, please call the FCC Hotline
at 800-418-FORM. Request form #159 and form #605. Questions regarding
the license application should be directed to the FCC at 888-CALL-FCC.
Additional information is available on the FCC’s website at www.fcc.gov.
Channel 1 through 7 on low power and channels 8 through 14 comprise the
FRS (Family Radio Service). No license is required to operate on the FRS.
Safety Information for microTALK Radios
Your wireless handheld portable transceiver contains a low power transmitter.
When the talk button is pushed, it sends out radio frequency (RF) signals.
The device is authorized to operate at a duty factor not to exceed 50%.
In August 1996, the Federal Communications Commissions (FCC) adopted
RF exposure guidelines with safety levels for handheld wireless devices.
Important
FCC RF Exposure Requirements: For body-worn operation, this radio has
been tested and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines when used with Cobra
accessories supplied or designated for this product. Use of other accessories
may not ensure compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines. Use only the supplied
antenna. Unauthorized antennas, modifications or attachments
could damage the transmitter and may violate FCC regulations.
Normal Position
Hold the transmitter approximately 2 inches from your face and speak in a normal
voice, with the antenna pointed up and away.
The receiver for these two-way radios and the external power supply for
charging comply with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to the following two 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 unique nature, with parts other than those recommended by
Cobra may cause a violation of the technical regulations of part 95 of the FCC
rules, or violation of type acceptance requirements of part 2 of the rules.
General Specifications
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General Specifications
and Licensing
Customer Assistance
Operation
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FRS/GMRS Frequency
Allocation and Compatibility
Important:
Please note that Cobra GMRS models with 15 Channels
may designate different channel numbers for the same frequency.
For example, a Cobra 15 Channel GMRS model would need to be
tuned to Channel 11 in order to communicate with a 22 Channel
GMRS tuned to Channel 15. Please refer to the chart below for
channel/ frequency number compatibility.
A = Channel No. for 22 Channel FRS/GMRS Models
B = Channel No. for 15 Channel GMRS Models
C = Type of Radio Service
D = Frequency in MHz
E = Power Output
A
B
C
D
E
1
1
FRS/GMRS
462.5625
High
2
2
FRS/GMRS
462.5875
High
3
3
FRS/GMRS
462.6125
High
4
4
FRS/GMRS
462.6375
High
5
5
FRS/GMRS
462.6625
High
6
6
FRS/GMRS
462.6875
High
7
7
FRS/GMRS
462.7125
High
8 FRS
467.5625
Low
9 FRS
467.5875
Low
10
FRS
467.6125
Low
11
FRS
467.6375
Low
12
FRS
467.6625
Low
13
FRS
467.6875
Low
14
FRS
467.7125
Low
15
11
GMRS
462.5500
High
16
8
GMRS
462.5750
High
17
12
GMRS
462.6000
High
18
9
GMRS
462.6250
High
19
13
GMRS
462.6500
High
20
10
GMRS
462.6750
High
21
14
GMRS
462.7000
High
22
15
GMRS
462.7250
High
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