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User’s Guide

TWO-WAY RADIO  MODEL 

CX105

Intro

Operation

Customer
Assistance

Warranty

Notice

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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 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.

Intro

Operation

Customer
Assistance

Warranty

Notice

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Making Life Easier 

And Safer

 Staying in touch with your family and 

friends is convenient and easy when using your 

microTALK

®

 radio. Some of the many 

uses you will discover include:

Communicating with others while hiking, biking, 

and working; keeping track of family and friends 

at a crowded public event; checking with travel companions 

in another car; talking with neighbors; arranging meeting 

spots with others while 

shopping at the mall.

Customer Assistance

In this user’s guide, you should find all the information you need to operate your microTALK

®

 radio. If you require 

further assistance after reading this guide, 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 773-889-3087 (phone). 

Customer Assistance Operators

 English and Spanish. 

8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Central Time, Monday through 

Friday (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

Mode/Power Button

Press and release to enter

  mode function to change     

  channels.

The channel numbers will blink 

when that mode is selected. 

Use the 

Up/ Down

 buttons to 

select a channel.

Press and hold to turn the  

  radio 

On

 or 

Off

.

Up/Down Buttons

While in mode function, press    

  and release to change channels.

Press and release to adjust  

  the volume.

Call Button

Press and release to alert others that 

  you are calling. This tone is used only 

  to establish voice communications.

Channel Numbers

While in 

Standby

 mode or when selecting 

a channel, shows current channel (1 through 22).

When adjusting the volume, 

shows current level (1 through 8).

 Channel/Volume 

   Indicator

“ CH” is visible when in 

Standby

 

mode or when selecting a 

channel.

“ LE” is visible when 

adjusting volume.

Receive Icon

  Visible when 

  receiving a message.

Transmit Icon

   Visible when transmitting a message.

Battery Low Icon

Blinks when battery power level is low.

Your microTALK

®

 radio has a unique circuit 

designed to extend battery life. If there are no 

transmissions within ten (10) seconds, the radio 

will automatically switch to 

Battery Save

 mode. 

This will not affect the radio’s ability to receive 

incoming transmissions.

Printed in China Part No. 480-608-P  Version A

Battery 

Compartment 

Cover

Belt Clip

Antenna

 

Talk Button

Press and hold to communicate with    

  others. With the microphone about two    

  (2) inches [five (5) cm] from your mouth,    

  speak in a normal voice. 

  Release the 

Talk

 button when you are    

  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 

to communicate.

Intro

Operation

Customer
Assistance

Warranty

Notice

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IMPORTANT NOTICE: FCC LICENSE REQUIRED

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 or 15 through 22, which comprise the 
GMRS channels of this radio. 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.

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 two (2) inches from your face and 
speak in a normal voice, with the antenna pointed up and away.

Product Service Questions

If you have any questions about operation or installing your new Cobra product, 
or if you are missing parts… 

Please call Cobra first! DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE! 
See customer assistance above.

For Products Purchased In The U.S.A.

If your product should require factory service, please call Cobra first before 
sending your radio, charger or battery pack(s). This will ensure the fastest turn-
around time on your repair. You may be asked to send your products 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 product. Include a typed or clearly 
printed name and address of where the product is to be returned.  4) Pack product 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 First Class 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 product is in warranty, upon receipt of your product 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 product 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.

For Products Purchased Outside The U.S.A.

Please contact your local dealer for product service information.

Limited 1-Year Warranty On Radio(s)

For Products Purchased In The U.S.A.

Cobra Electronics Corporation warrants that its Cobra GMRS radio(s), and the component parts 
thereof, will be free of defects in workmanship and materials for a period of one year 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 GMRS radio(s), 
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 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.

LCD 

Display

Maximum range may vary and is based on unobstructed 
line-of-sight communication under ideal conditions. 

Installing Batteries

 

To Install or Replace Batteries:

 

1.  Remove belt clip by releasing belt clip 

latch and sliding clip up.

2.  Pull up on the battery door latch to remove the 

battery compartment cover.

3.  Insert three (3) AAA batteries. Position 

batteries according to polarity markings.

4.  Replace battery compartment cover 

and  belt clip.

Insert Batteries

Pull Latch Up

Remove Belt Clip

Trademark Acknowledgement

Cobra

®

, microTALK

®

, Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra

®

 and the snake design are registered 

trademarks of Cobra Electronics Corporation, U.S.A. Cobra Electronics Corporation™ is a 
trademark of Cobra Electronics Corporation, U.S.A. 

The Cobra

®

 line of quality products includes:

     CB Radios  •  microTALK

®

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®

 Traffic Warning Systems  •  

HighGear

®

 Accessories  • CobraMarine

®

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Combination 

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Microphone 

Charge Jack

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