2-WAYRADIO MODEL

 

PR990VP

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

User’s Guide

 

Making Life Easier And Safer

 

 

For Customer Assistance In Canada or the U.S.A.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Staying in touch with your family and friends is convenient and easy when

In this user’s guide, you should find all the information you need to operate your microTALK® radio. If you require

Channel Numbers

using your microTALK® radio. Some of the many uses you will discover include:

further assistance after reading this guide, Cobra® Electronics offers the following customer assistance services:

Communicating with others while hiking, biking, and working; keeping track of

Automated Help Desk English only.

Technical Assistance English only.

 

 

While in Standby mode or when selecting a

family and friends at a crowded public event; checking with travel companions

24 hours a day, 7 days a week 773-889-3087 (phone).

www.cobra.com (on-line: Frequently Asked Questions).

channel, shows current channel (1 through 22).

in another car; talking with neighbors; arranging meeting spots with others

Customer Assistance Operators English and Spanish.

English and Spanish. productinfo@cobra.com (e-mail).

while shopping at the mall.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

When adjusting the volume,

 

 

8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday

For Assistance Outside Canada,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(except holidays) 773-889-3087 (phone).

the U.S.A. or in French

 

 

shows current level (1 through 7).

 

 

 

 

Questions English and Spanish.

Contact Your Local Dealer

 

 

Talk Button

 

 

Faxes can be received at 773-622-2269 (fax).

 

 

 

 

 

 

Battery Low Icon

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Icon blinks when batteries should be

 

Press and hold to communicate with

Charger Jack

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

recharged (only rechargeable batteries)

 

others. With the microphone about

 

 

 

 

Transmit/Receive Icon

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Charger Jack (also works with

 

 

 

 

 

or replaced (alkaline batteries).

 

two (2) inches [five (5) cm] from

 

 

 

Visible when transmitting

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

external speaker/microphones).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

your mouth, speak in a normal voice.

 

 

 

 

 

Low Power Icon

 

 

 

or receiving a message.

 

 

 

 

 

Release the Talk button when you are

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Illuminates when in

 

finished talking and listen for a response.

On/Off Power Button

 

 

 

 

 

 

Low Power mode. See

 

You cannot receive incoming calls while

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

“Hi•Low Power Button”

 

pressing the Talk button.

 

 

Press and hold until you

 

 

 

 

 

 

for more details.

 

 

 

 

hear a series of audible tones

Power Saver

 

 

 

 

Lock Icon

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NOTE Both radios must be tuned to

indicating the radio is on.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Icon

 

 

 

 

Visible when Lock button

 

the same channel to communicate.

 

 

Your microTALK®

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

has been engaged.

 

 

 

 

radio has a unique circuit

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

designed to extend battery

Batteries and Charger

 

 

 

 

 

 

life. If there are no

 

 

 

 

To Install or Replace Batteries:

 

 

 

 

 

 

transmissions within

 

Remove Belt Clip

 

 

Lock Button

 

 

ten (10) seconds, the radio

 

 

 

 

1. Remove belt clip by releasing belt

 

Locks buttons to prevent

will automatically switch to

 

 

 

 

clip latch and sliding clip up.

 

Power Saver mode and the

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

accidental channel or

 

 

 

 

2. Pull down on the battery door

 

Power Saver icon will blink.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Pull Down Lock Latch

 

 

settings changes.

 

 

 

This will not affect the

 

 

latch to remove the battery

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

radio’s ability to receive

 

 

 

 

compartment cover.

 

 

 

 

incoming transmissions.

 

 

 

 

3. Insert the supplied four (4)

 

Volume Up/Do

 

 

Channel Up/Down

 

 

 

 

AAA rechargeable batteries

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

wn

 

Insert Batteries

 

 

 

(also works with alkaline

 

Button(s)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Button(s)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

batteries). Position batteries

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

according to polarity markings.

 

 

 

 

Hi•Low Power Button

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4. Replace battery compartment

 

Backlit

On channels 1 – 7 or 15 – 22,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

cover and belt clip.

 

LCD

 

 

 

 

 

you may select between high

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Display

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wrist Strap

 

 

power (to extend range) or

 

 

 

To Charge Batteries in Radio:

 

 

 

Radio Charger Jack

 

Connector

 

 

low power (to save battery life).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Antenna

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Channels 8 – 14 are exclusively

 

1. Check to see that the batteries have

 

been inserted properly. See above

low power.

 

 

for battery installation instructions.

 

 

Speaker/

Call Button

Microphone

 

 

Press and release to alert

 

others that you are calling.

Belt Clip

 

 

Light/Max Range Button

Battery

Press and release to illuminate the display for ten (10)

Compartment

seconds. Press and hold to allow all signals to be received

Cover

and extend the maximum range of your radio. To turn off

Battery

max range extender, press and release the button again

Door Latch

or change channels.

2.Insert round connector of wall charger/adapter into the charge jack located at the top of the radio. The wall charger/adapter has two round connectors which enables you to charge either one or two radios at a time.

3.Plug the wall charger/adapter into electrical outlet.

It normally takes 15 hours to fully recharge batteries. It is not recommended to recharge batteries more than 24 hours. Estimated operation time on a full charge is 8 hours.

Use only the supplied rechargeable batteries and wall charger/adapter for recharging your Cobra® microTALK® radio. Non-rechargeable alkaline batteries can also be used.

Part No. 480-159-P

For Products Used in the U.S.A.

FCC Licensing Required

This 2-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. Serious penalties could result for unlicensed use of GMRS channels, in violation of FCC rules, as stipulated in the Communication Act’s Sections 501 and 502 (amended).

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 Commission (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.

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.

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 Canada

For out of warranty service, ship prepaid this product to: AVS Technologies Inc., 2100 Trans Canada Hwy S., Montreal, Quebec, H9P 2N4. We reserve the right to repair or replace the radio or charger with equivalent products. Please include the following information: Date of Purchase, Model Number, Dealer Purchased From, Dealer Address, Dealer Phone Number.

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 batteries. 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. or Canada

Please contact your local dealer for product service information.

Limited 1-Year Warranty On Radio(s) And Charger

For Products Purchased in Canada

Your new Cobra® GMRS radio and charger are covered by a one (1) year replacement warranty. If any manufacturing defect becomes apparent in these products within one (1) year from the original date of purchase, they will be replaced. Please return the GMRS radio or charger to your dealer with original or copy of dated proof of purchase. This warranty does not cover damages due to careless handling, negligence, accident, abuse or failure to follow operating instructions. Alteration of these products or defacing of the serial number

cancels all obligations of this warranty. This warranty gives you specified legal rights. Additional warranty rights may be provided by law in some areas.

For Products Purchased In The U.S.A.

Cobra® Electronics Corporation warrants that its Cobra® GMRS radios and charger, and the component parts thereof, will be free of defects in workmanship and materials for a period of one (1) 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 radios, chargers, 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. or Canada

Please contact your local dealer for warranty information.

90-Day Warranty On Batteries

For Products Purchased In The U.S.A. And Canada

Cobra®, HighGear®, microTALK®, Safety Alert® Traffic Warning System, Nothing comes close to a Cobra® and the snake design are registered trademarks of Cobra Electronics Corporation, USA.

Cobra Electronics Corporation™ and CobraMarine™ are trademarks of Cobra Electronics Corporation, USA.

Printed in the Philippines

For Products Used in Canada

Industry Canada Notice

Operation is subject to the following two (2) conditions: 1) this device may not cause interference, and 2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

«IC» before the equipment certification number signifies that the Industry Canada technical specifications were met. It does not guarantee that the certified product will operate to the user’s satisfaction.

The Cobra® line of quality products includes:

CB Radios • microTALK® Radios • Radar/Laser Detectors • Safety Alert® Traffic Warning Systems • Handheld GPS Receivers • Mobile GPS Navigation Systems • HighGear® Accessories • CobraMarineVHF Marine Radios • Power Inverters • Accessories

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Cobra Electronics PR990VP warranty User’s Guide, Talk Button, Charger Jack, On/Off Power Button, Batteries and Charger

PR990VP specifications

The Cobra Electronics PR990VP is a robust and feature-rich two-way radio that caters to outdoor enthusiasts, campers, and emergency preparedness advocates. This radio operates on the FRS/GMRS bands, offering a communication range of up to 36 miles under optimal conditions, making it an essential tool for those who require reliable communication in remote areas.

One of the standout features of the PR990VP is its 5-watt high power output, which allows users to transmit over longer distances compared to standard low-power models. The built-in NOAA weather alerts provide real-time updates on severe weather conditions, ensuring users remain informed and prepared for sudden changes in weather.

The PR990VP comes equipped with 22 channels and 121 privacy codes, helping to reduce interference from other users and allowing for clearer conversations among your group. The radio also features a channel scan function, which enables users to locate active channels quickly. Additionally, the dual watch feature allows simultaneous monitoring of two channels, ensuring effective communications.

Technologically, this device incorporates a rechargeable lithium-ion battery, providing extended use without the frequent need for replacement. The included charging dock keeps the batteries charged and ready for use, making it convenient for users on the go. The battery-saving feature is an added advantage, as it prolongs battery life when the radio is not in active use.

Durability is another key characteristic of the Cobra PR990VP. With its rugged design, it is resistant to water and dust, making it suitable for outdoor use in various environments. The radio is built to withstand the rigors of outdoor adventures, providing peace of mind to users during camping trips or hikes.

Lastly, the PR990VP is user-friendly, featuring a backlit display for visibility in low-light conditions and an ergonomic design that fits comfortably in hand. Its VOX (voice-activated transmission) capability allows for hands-free communication, enabling users to stay connected while multitasking.

In summary, the Cobra Electronics PR990VP is a powerful and versatile two-way radio that offers exceptional range, reliable weather updates, and durable construction. Its features make it an ideal choice for anyone in need of dependable communication during outdoor activities or emergencies.