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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
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.
OPERATION
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.
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 compart-
ment cover and belt clip.
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.
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.
To Turn Your Radio OFF:
– Rotate the ON/OFF Volume
knob counterclockwise past
the click.
Battery Level Meter
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
Battery Level Meter will show a
blinking Battery icon containing only
one bar to indicate that the batteries
should be recharged or replaced.
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.
Communicating with
Another Person
1. Press and hold the TALK
button.
2. With the microphone about
5 cm (2 inches) from your
mouth, speak in a normal
voice.
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.
Remove Belt Clip
ON/OFF Volume
Knob
Lock Tab
Insert Batteries
5 cm (2 Inches)
From Mouth
Talk Button
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