Auto Battery Save
Your MT 220 has a unique circuit designed to extend battery life. If there are
no transmissions within 10 seconds, the unit will automatically switch to
battery save mode and
will be shown in the display.
Select Main Channel (1-8)
Turn on the microTALK 2-Way Radio.
Select
any of the 8 channels by pushing the
CHANNEL button up
or down.
Select CTCSS Subchannel (00-38)
Push
the
MODE button. After a short delay, small numbers will flash
next to the channel display LCD indicating the subchannel.
Select
a subchannel number by
pushing
the
CHANNEL button up
or down.
When the desired code is displayed
push and release the
mode button.
An audible tone will confirm your selection.
Calling Another Party
To alert another party that you wish to communicate:
Turn on
your microTALK 2-way radio. An audible tone will indicate that the
unit is on.
Select
a channel by
pushing
the
CHANNEL button up or down.
Push and release
CALL button. The unit you are calling will emit a
two-second ringing tone.
Talking To Another Party
Push and hold
TALK button.
The TX/RX indicator will be displayed .
Hold microphone about 5 cm (2 inches) from your mouth. Speak in a
normal voice.
Release
TALK button and listen for a response.
Turning On Your microTALK
Push and hold
the
POWER button for 2 seconds. An audible
tone will indicate that the unit is on.
Illuminating the Display
Push and release
LIGHT/MAX RANGE button to illuminate
display for 10 seconds.
Auto Squelch
Your microTALK is equipped with Auto Squelch, which automatically shuts off
weak transmissions and unwanted noise resulting from terrain conditions or
occurring because you have reached your range limit.
Maximum Range Extender
Auto squelch can be temporarily removed to allow all signals to enter
(Maximum Range Extender).
Push and hold
LIGHT/MAX RANGE button to allow all signals
to enter.
microTALK Range
Your microTALK Radio has a range of up to 3 km (2 miles). This effective range
can be shortened under some conditions.
1. Under flat, open conditions you will experience the microTALK’s
maximum range.
2. Range can be reduced by buildings and foliage in the path of the signal.
3. Range will be further reduced by dense foliage and hilly terrain.
Auto Monitor
When the signal you want to hear is consistently weak, you may place the
radio in Maximum Range mode without having to constantly hold the button:
Press and hold the Maximum Range Extender button for 5 seconds. To return
to normal operation, momentarily press the Maximum Range Extender button
again or change channels.
Battery Low
When in normal use the
BATTERY icon may begin flashing. This is a
warning to you that the batteries are getting low. Replace alkaline batteries as
soon as possible and/or recharge NiMH battery pack .
The Private Mobile Radio Story
MT 220 2-Way Radio
Features of This Product
• Two-way static-free
radio with a range of
up to 3 km (2 miles)
• 6 channels*
• SuperFlex™ antenna
• Holster belt clip
• Roger beep confirma-
tion tone
• Backlit LCD
• Microphone/Speaker
jacks
Operation
Roger Beep Confirmation Tone
Your listener will hear an audible tone when you release the
TALK button.
This alerts the other party that you have finished talking and that they can
begin talking.
Listening For Another Party
When finished talking:
Release
TALK button to receive incoming transmissions through your
speaker . Your microTALK is always in listening mode when the TALK
button is not pressed.
Adjust volume by
pushing
DOWN/UP buttons.
Lock Function
The purpose of the LOCK function is to lock most buttons to avoid accidental
operation. To engage the LOCK function:
Push and hold
LOCK button until
flashes. Channel up/down,
Mode and Power buttons are now locked.
To “unlock”
push and hold
LOCK button until
disappears.
microTALK 2-Way Radio Can Make Life Easier and Safer
As you become familiar with your microTALK Radio you will find many of your
own uses for the unit. Some suggestions include:
1. Talking with fellow hikers.
2. Keeping track of your family and friends in a shopping centre.
3. Communicating between different floors of a building.
4. Talking to a neighbour or a friend.
5. Checking on travelling companions in another car.
6. Agreeing on a meeting spot after an event.
Holster/Belt Clip/Desk Stand (Included With Your Radio)
Your microTALK Radio comes with a custom moulded plastic holster.
1. Desk Stand
2. Belt Clip
External Microphone/Speaker Jack
Your microTALK 2-Way Radio can be fitted with an external microphone/
speaker (not included), freeing your hands for other tasks.
To attach the external microphone/speaker:
Open Mic/Spkr tab on top of unit.
Insert plug into the Mic/Spkr jack.
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3.
Vox Headset Mic
VOX (Voice Operated
Transmitter) headset and
microphone unit allows hands-
free operation.
MA-VOX
Ear Bud Mic with PTT
Compact earbud and microphone
with Push-to-Talk switch.
MA-EBM
Lapel Speaker/Microphone
Remote microphone/speaker
with Push-to-Talk switch.
MA-SM
Replacement Holster
FA-HR1
2 Port Desktop Charger
Charges two microTALK radios
or two NiMH battery packs.
FA-CR
NiMH Rechargeable Battery
Pack
High performance Nickel Metal
Hydride battery pack for multi-
ple charging.
FA-BP
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Install Batteries
Pull
lock tab down to remove battery cover.
Insert
four “AAA” batteries.
Position batteries according to
polarity markings
.
Turning On Your
microTALK
Select Channel
Illuminating the Display
Maximum Range
Extender
microTALK Range
Calling Another Party
Talking To Another Party
Roger Beep
Confirmation Tone
Listening For
Another Party
Holster/Belt Clip/
Desk Stand
External Microphone/
Speaker Jack
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4
4
Installing Batteries
Product Information
This Cobra microTALK
radio has been manu-
factured to meet all
required standards for
radio equipment using
PMR 446 frequencies as
authorized. The use of
this 2-way radio product
involves the public air-
ways and its use may be
subject to local laws or
regulations. Contact
your radio licensing
authority for more
information.
English
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Caring for Your microTALK Radio
The microTALK 2-Way Radio will give you years of service if cared for properly.
Here are some suggestions:
1. Handle unit gently.
2. Keep away from dust.
3. Never place the unit in water or in a damp place.
4. Avoid exposure to extreme temperatures.
Select CTCSS Subchannel
Battery Low
Lock Function
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* The French version of the Cobra microTALK radios include only 6 channels,
which have been approved by the Autorité de Régulation des
Télécommunications (ART).
© 2000 Cobra Electronics Corp., 6500 West Cortland Street
Chicago, Illinois 60707 USA
www.cobraelectronics.com
