Cobra Electronics PR260 WX owner manual Mode Functions, NOAA* All Hazards Radio Channels

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Mode Functions

Operation

NOAA* All Hazards Radio Channels

You can use your microTALK® radio to listen to NOAA All Hazards Radio channels transmitting in your area.

Mode/Power

To listen to all hazards radio channels:

1.Press the Mode button until the All Hazards Radio icon and the currently selected All Hazards Radio channel is displayed.

Hazards Radio Icon

Channel Button

2.Use the Channel Up or Channel Down button to change All Hazards Radio channels.

The All Hazards Radio icon will continue to be displayed when All Hazards Radio is on.

3.Choose one of the following:

a.Press the Mode button to proceed to other functions.

b.Press the Lock button to exit All Hazards Radio channels mode and return to Standby mode.

*National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration

Voice Activated Transmit (VOX)

In VOX mode, your microTALK® radio can be used “hands-free,” automatically transmitting when you speak. You can set the VOX sensitivity level to fit the volume of your voice and avoid transmissions triggered by background noise.

Mode/Power

To turn VOX mode on or off:

1.Press the Mode/Power button until the VOX icon flashes on the display. The current On or Off setting is displayed.

VOX Icon

Channel Button

2.Press the Channel Up or Channel Down button to turn VOX On or Off.

3.Choose one (1) of the following:

a.Press the Mode/Power button to enter the selected On or Off setting and proceed to other functions.

b.Press the Lock button to enter the selected On or Off setting and return to Standby mode.

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Contents PR260 WX Making Life Easier and Safer Automated Help DeskCustomer Assistance Operators QuestionsProduct Features Features 117Replace battery compartment cover and belt clip Caring for Your microTALK RadioTo charge batteries in radio Check to see that the batteries have been inserted properlyUsing Your Radio Speaker/Microphone/Charge JackTo connect a wall charger/adapter Auto Battery Save Communicating with Another PersonTo Adjust Volume Press the Volume Up or Volume To Select a ChannelListening for a Response Call ButtonLight/Max Range To temporarily turn off auto squelch To turn maximum range extender onTo turn maximum range extender off To turn the lock on or offScrolling Through the Mode Function MicroTALK RangeYour range will vary depending on terrain and conditions Set Privacy CodeCtcss Privacy Codes To select a privacy codeMode Functions To turn VOX mode on or offNOAA* All Hazards Radio Channels To listen to all hazards radio channelsTo Set VOX Sensitivity Channel ScanTo scan channels This will return the radio to Standby mode Privacy Code Scan To scan privacy codesPress the Mode/Power button to proceed to other functions If you press the Talk button while scanning and not withinFive Call Tone Settings To change a call tone settingRoger Beep Confirmation Tone To turn roger beep on or offGeneral Specifications and Licensing General SpecificationsImportant Notice FCC License Required Product Service Product Service QuestionsWarranty and Trademark Acknowledgement Limited One-Year Warranty on Radios & ChargerEnglish