Operation
Insert Radio(s)
Using Your Radio
For charging microTALK® radio(s) in desktop charger:
1.Insert radio(s) into desktop charger as shown.
2.Insert round connector of 120 volt adapter into jack on back of charger.
3.Plug 120 volt adapter into electrical outlet.
Introduction
On/Off Power
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Operation | Customer Assistance | Warranty |
Turning on Your microTALK® Radio • To turn on your radio:
1. | Rotate the On/Off Volume knob clockwise |
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2. | Rotate the On/Off/Volume knob clockwise to |
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If charging light is not on, check position of radio. Radio should be upright. The charge indicator light will stay on as long as the radio is in the charging well, even after the batteries are fully charged.
It normally takes about 15 hours to fully recharge batteries. Batteries will not be damaged if they stay in the charging well longer than that.
Each port can charge one radio. Uses 120 Volt adapter. Use only Cobra NiMH batteries, model
Cobra recommends your radio is turned off while being charged.
The Basics to Get You Started
Your microTALK® radio is easy to use.
Battery Low
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Your microTALK® radio is now in Standby mode, ready to receive transmissions. The radio is always in Standby mode, except when the Talk, Call or Lock/Mode buttons are pressed.
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Your microTALK® radio has a battery level meter that shows when battery power is decreasing. The greater the number of bars visible, the stronger the battery level. When the battery level is low, the last bar and “bALo” will flash indicating your batteries should be replaced or, if using rechargeable batteries, recharged.
To get started, simply:
1.Rotate the On/Off Volume knob to turn on your radio.
2.Press the Channel Up or Channel Down button to select a channel.
Both radios must be tuned to the same channel/privacy code to communicate.
3.Press and hold the Talk button while speaking into the microphone.
4.When finished talking, release the Talk button and listen for a response.
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Battery Save Mode |
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| the Power Saver icon will flash in the display. |
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