How to Use Your Cobra 29 LX BT
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How to Use Your Cobra 29 LX BT Contents Features ..................................................................................................................1 The CB Story ..........................................................................................................A1 FCC Regulations, FCC Warnings & Included Accessories Controls & Indicators.........................................................................................A2 Our Thanks to You ..............................................................................................A3 Customer Support Installation Location & Mounting/Connection...........................................................2 Antennas CB Antenna & Marine Installation ............................................................6 Ignition Noise Interference.............................................................................7 Operating Your 29 LX BT Turning On Your CB ......................................................................................8 Setting Channel Selector.............................................................................9 Calibrate For SWR (Standing Wave Ratio).............................................10 To Receive.........................................................................................................12 Selecting a Channel ......................................................................................13 S-Meter...............................................................................................................13 To Transmit.......................................................................................................14 Setting Dynamike® ..............................................................................................15 Menu Mode ......................................................................................................16 Setting the Clock ............................................................................................17 Setting the Alarm .................................................................................................17 Setting the Count Down Timer.................................................................18 Key Tones Mode ...................................................................................................18 Radio Check Mode ...............................................................................................19 Setting Display Color Mode .......................................................................20 Setting Brightness Mode.............................................................................21 Setting Contrast Mode .......................................................................................21 Turn NightWatch Illumination On/Off..........................................................21 Bluetooth Pairing .................................................................................................22 Turn Bluetooth Off.........................................................................................24 Weather Information ..........................................................................................25 Weather Channels .........................................................................................25 Weather Alert Mode......................................................................................26 Setting Weather Alert Scan ........................................................................26 Setting Weather Auto Scan ........................................................................26 Software version/Factory Settings ..........................................................27 NB-ANL/Off (Noise Blanker/Automatic Noise Limiter Switch) ......28 Setting Delta Tune .........................................................................................28 RF Gain Control ...............................................................................................28 . Program Memory Channels .............................................................................29 Scan/Memory Scan........................................................................................30 Scan Memory Channels ...............................................................................30 Scan CB Channels ..........................................................................................30 Dimmer Control ..............................................................................................30 Setting Squelch...............................................................................................31 S/RF Meter ........................................................................................................32 External Speaker .............................................................................................33 External Push-to-Talk Jack ..........................................................................33 External Mic Jack ............................................................................................33 . Home And Office Set-Up ...................................................................................34 Temporary Mobile Set-Up ..........................................................................35 How Your CB Can Serve You ..........................................................................36 A Few Rules You Should Know .................................................................36 Channel 9 Emergency Messages..............................................................36 CB 10 Codes .....................................................................................................38 Frequency Ranges ..............................................................................................40 29 LX BT Specifications ....................................................................................41 Warranty Information .......................................................................................42 Optional Accessories .........................................................................................43 If You Need Service/Trademark Info ........................................ Back Cover Features of This Product • Selectable 4-Color LCD Display • Advanced Bluetooth® Connectivity • NightWatch® Illumination • 10 Weather Channels • Weather Scan • Emergency Weather Alert • 40 CB Radio Channels • 40 Channel Scan • Memory Channels • Channel Frequency Read-Out • Radio Check Diagnostic • Clock/Timer/Alarm • Heavy-Duty Dynamic Microphone with Phone Function • Full 4 Watts AM RF Power Output • SWR Calibration Meter • Instant Channel 19 and 9 • Front Panel 6-Pin Microphone Connector • Switchable Automatic Noise Limiter & Noise Blanker • Adjustable Dynamike Boost • Tactile Controls • 9 Ft Mic Cord • Programmable Dimmer Control • RF Gain • USB Output • External Push-To-Talk Jack • External Microphone Jack Bluetooth® Features • Dual Point Bluetooth® • Caller I.D. • A2DP Audio Streaming • Auto Phone Book Download 1 29LXBT_MANL.indd 1 6/8/12 10:20 AM Installation Installation Location Location Plan location of transceiver and microphone bracket before starting the installation. FCC ID:BBO3K229LTD COBRA ANT EXT MIC EXT. PTT EXT.SP. +POWER– MADE IN CHINA Select a location that is convenient for operation, yet does not interfere with the driver or passenger. USB The transceiver is usually mounted to the underside of the dash with the microphone bracket beside it. Mounting and Connection Mounting and Connection 1 Note The transceiver is held in the universal mounting bracket by two thumbscrews which allow for adjustment at a convenient angle. Hold the radio with the mounting bracket in the exact desired location. If there is no interference, remove the bracket and use it as a template to mark the location for the mounting screws. 3 Connect the antenna cable plug to the receptacle marked “ANT” on the back of the unit. The bracket includes two selftapping screws and star washers. The mounting must be mechanically strong, conveniently located. 2 Drill the holes and secure the bracket. continued 2 29LXBT_MANL.indd 2-3 3 6/8/12 10:20 AM Installation Installation Note Before installing the CB radio, visually check the vehicle’s battery connection to determine which terminal, positive or negative, is grounded (positive is the larger of the two) to the engine block (or chassis). A negatively grounded vehicle has its negative lead grounded to the chassis. FCC ID:BBO3K229LTD COBRA EXT MIC EXT. PTT EXT.SP. +POWER– USB Note 6 Plug power cable into back of unit marked “Power”. Be sure to observe polarity markings. 7 Mount the microphone bracket on either side of the unit (driver’s left) using two screws supplied. Bracket should be placed under the dash so microphone is readily accessible. Connecting to an accessory fuse prevents the unit from being left on accidentally, and also permits operating the unit without running the engine. 4 Note In positive ground vehicles the red wire goes to the chassis and the black wire is connected to the ignition switch. In a negative grounded vehicle, connect the red lead of the DC power cord to an accessory 12 volt fuse. Note NB/ANL When connected to an accessory fuse, unit will self test the emergency weather alert automatically when ignition is turned on. Turns itself on & off. Connect the black lead to the negative side of the vehicle. This is usually the chassis. Any convenient location with a good electrical contact (remove paint) may be used. R S/RF SWR CAL VOL 8 3 CAL SQ SCAN 3 SIG 1 MEM SCAN DYNAMIKE MIN CB /WX 5 79 +30dB M U EN CH 9/ 19 If microphone is not M connected, audioDIwill not be heard at speaker. TX RX RF SWR /CAL OFF 4 2 NB/ANL SWR 1.5 ANL S/RF 5 Note 29LXBT_MANL.indd 4-5 ANT MADE IN CHINA PU SH EN TE MEM WX ! R RF GAIN MIN DELTA TUNE MAX T BACK ESC SWR CAL OFF Attach the microphone cable to receptacle on front of unit and install unit in bracket securely. 5 6/8/12 10:20 AM Antennas Ignition Noise Interference CB Antenna CB Antenna Since the maximum allowable power output of the transmitter is limited by the FCC, the antenna is critical in affecting transmission distance. Only a properly matched antenna system will allow maxiNote mum power output. Cobra loaded type antenna For optimum performance in models are highly recommended for most instalpassenger cars the ideal anten- lations. For models with Weather Feature (WX), na location is on the center of a Dual Band (Center Load/Base Load) antenna the roof. Second choice is on the is recommended. Consult your Cobra dealer for center of the trunk. further details, or call 773.889.3087 and speak to a Cobra representative. Note Because many newer trucks feature fiberglass door skins, the outside mirror must be grounded to the chassis via a ground strap, if the antenna is mounted on the mirror bracket. FCC ID:BBO3K229LTD COBRA ANT EXT MIC EXT. PTT EXT.SP. +POWER– MADE IN CHINA USB Use of a mobile receiver at low signal levels is normally limited by the presence of electrical noise. The primary source of noise in automobiles is from the alternator and ignition system. Typically, when signal level is adequate, the background noise does not present a serious problem. Also, when extremely low level signals are being received, the transceiver may be operated with the vehicle’s engine turned off. The unit requires very little current and therefore will not significantly discharge the vehicle’s battery. Even though the Cobra 29 LX BT has an automatic noise limiter, in some installations ignition interference may be high enough to make good communications impossible. Many possibilities exist and variations between vehicles require different solutions. Consult your Cobra dealer or a 2-way radio technician for help in locating the source of a severe noise. Note 3-way Combination Antennas are also available which allow operation of all three bands (AM-FM & CB), using a single antenna. However, this type of antenna usually results in less than normal transmit and receive range when compared to a standard-type “Single Band” CB antenna. Call 773889-3087 for further information. 1 Marine Installation The transceiver will not operate at maximum efficiency in a boat without a ground plate, (unless it has a steel hull). Before attempting installation , consult your dealer for information regarding an adequate grounding system and prevention of electrolysis between fittings in the hull and water. 6 29LXBT_MANL.indd 6-7 A standard antenna connector is provided on the transceiver for easy connection. 7 6/8/12 10:20 AM Operation Operation Turning On Turning On NB /ANL R 2 NB/ANL SWR 1.5 ANL S/RF S/RF SWR CAL CAL 3 SIG 1 SQ TX 5 79 +30dB M DYNAMIKE EN U SH EN U P TE 1 3 CAL SWR /CAL SQ TX RX RF 3 SIG 1 Note 5 79 +30dB DYNAMIKE M U EN PU SH EN TE MEM WX ! Press CB/WX to select CB or weather channel modes. R RF GA ME R OFF 3 OFF S/RF SWR CAL VOL RX RF SWR/CAL VOL 3 2 NB/ANL SWR 1.5 ANL S/ RF NB/ANL R Setting Channel Selector Setting Channel Selector Make sure the power cord, antenna and microphone are connected to their proper connectors before starting. MIN MIN MIN Select one of forty channels and adjust volume. The selected channel (1 through 40) will be indicated by the readout directly above the channel selector knob Rotate the On/Off Volume knob clockwise to turn unit on and adjust to a normal listening level. NB /ANL 2 NB/ANL SWR 1.5 ANL S/ RF R S/RF SWR CAL OFF CAL SQ SCAN TX 3 SIG 1 CB /WX 5 79 +30dB DYNAMIKE M EN U SH EN U P TE MEM R MIN 2 8 DIM ESC WX ! RF GAIN MIN 29LXBT_MANL.indd 8-9 CH 9/ 19 MEM SCAN RX RF SWR /CAL VOL 3 DELTA TUNE MAX T BACK SWR CAL OFF Press the CB/WX button to change modes. 9 6/8/12 10:20 AM Operation Operation Calibrate For SWR (Standing Wave Ratio) Calibrate for SWR (Standing Wave Ratio) PUSH & HOLD SWR calibration is done to properly adjust the length of the antenna and to monitor the quality of the coaxial cable and all RF connections. This calibration is critical in order to achieve optimum performance. Note NB /ANL 2 SWR 1.5 S/ RF R 3 CB /WX/ VOL SQ 3 1 PA 5 79 +30dB DYNAMIKE M EN U SH EN U P TE MEM DIM ESC WX ! R RF GAIN DELTA TUNE T BACK SWR CAL 3 OFF NB /ANL MIN MIN MAX 2 NB/ANL SWR 1.5 ANL S/ RF 1 Calibration must be made in an open area (never in a garage). Vehicle doors must be closed. No one should be standing near the antenna. (See your antenna directions for more complete information). MEM SCAN RX SIG SWR /CAL SCAN CAL RF CH 9/ 19 S/RF SWR CAL Select channel 20.SWR/CAL VOL OFF 3 CAL SCAN TX CB /WX 3 SIG 1 5 79 +30dB DYNAMIKE M E CH 9/ 19 Note The reading will be slightly higher on Channels 1 and 40 compared to Channel 20. MEM SCAN RX RF SQ Push and hold mic button. OFF PU SH EN TE NU R RF GAIN MIN MIN DELTA TUNE MAX T BACK DIM ESC SWR CAL OFF R 4 2 Press SWR/CAL button to select CAL. While holding mic button adjust the SWR CAL knob so the meter swings to the CAL mark on the meter (located on the right). continued 10 29LXBT_MANL.indd 10-11 11 6/8/12 10:20 AM Operation Operation Calibrate for SWR continued RX F 3 SIG 1 5 79 +30dB R DYNAMIKE Note When switched to SWR mode the meter reading should ideally be as far to the left as possible. Anything over 3 is not acceptable. A slight antenna height adjustment (higher or lower) may be required. Repeat recalibration steps. To Receive M EN U SH EN U P TE MEM R RF GAIN MIN MIN 5 6 Release the PTT button, press and release the S/RF-SWR CAL button to the SWR position. Then press the PTT button to read the SWR reading. Repeat the same steps two through five on Channel 1 and 40. This will check SWR for all channels. To Receive S-Meter Swings proportionately to strength of incoming signal when receiving. SIG 1 VOL 1 12 2 3 CAL RX RF R Rotate the On/Off Volume knob clockwise. The RX icon will be displayed. MAX S-Meter S/RF 1 DEL Unit should be in CB mode. Rotate channel selector clockwise or counter-clockwise to select desired channel. 1 SWR 1.5 29LXBT_MANL.indd 12-13 Selecting A Channel Selecting A Channel SQ 3 5 79 +30dB DYNAMIKE M EN U SH EN U P The S/RF-SWR-CAL switch must be in the S/RF setting to read the meter. 13 6/8/12 10:20 AM Operation To Transmit Operation Setting ® Dynamike Setting Dynamike® To Transmit This controls the microphone sensitivity (outgoing audio level). 3 1.5 2 NB/ANL CAL NB /ANL S/ RF Be sure the antenna is properly connected to the radio before transmitting. Prolonged transmitting without an antenna, or a poorly matched antenna, could cause damage to the transmitter. Be sure to read the F.C.C. Rules and Regulations included with this unit before transmitting. SWR ANL Caution! R S/RF SWR CAL RF SWR/CAL VOL SIG 3 1 SQ 5 79 +30dB DYNAMIKE OFF 1 TX RX M EN U SH EN U P TE R M MIN Select desired channel. Transmit 3 PUSH & HOLD Initially, set fully clockwise so that maximum voice volume is available. Dynamike may have to be reduced in some conditions. Setting TalkBack Setting TalkBack This control is used to adjust the desired amount of modulation talk back is present at the speaker during transmit. At fully counter-clockwise position the CH TalkBack 9/ SCAN 19 is Off. MEM SCAN CB /WX U SH EN U P TE 2 14 29LXBT_MANL.indd 14-15 Push and hold mic button to transmit. Transmitter is now activated. When transmitting, hold the microphone two inches from your mouth and speak in a clear, normal voice. Release to receive. MEM ESC WX ! R RF GAIN MIN DIM DELTA TUNE MAX T BACK SWR CAL OFF 15 6/8/12 10:20 AM Operation Operation Menu Mode Using the clock, alarm and countdown functions. To set the clock, press Menu/Enter knob and select Set Clock. Used to program special features. Menu/Enter knob is used to move cursor to desired feature to program. NB /ANL Note Use Dim/Escape button to exit from any routine back to CB standby mode. S/ RF S/RF SWR CAL VOL 3 2 NB/ANL SWR 1.5 ANL CAL SET CLOCK ALARM CLOCK SET COUNT DOWN TX RX RF 5 79 +30dB 3 SIG 1 SWR/CAL SQ M DYNAMIKE EN U OFF 3 2 ANL Press Menu/Enter knob to select feature to be S/RF RF programmed. S/ RF S/ RF S/RF SWR CAL CAL SQ 5 79 +30dB 3 SIG 1 S/RF SWR CAL SWR/CAL U SH EN U P M DYNAMIKE S/RF EN OFF S/RF SWR CAL RF SWR /CAL VOL SQ 3 CAL S/RF MIN 5 79 +30dB 3 M DYNAMIKE WX ! M S/RF SWR CAL MIN OFF SWR/CAL U SH EN U P TE VOL 2 OFF SIG MEM R WX ! Level 5: VOL OFF 29LXBT_MANL.indd 16-17 SQ 3 TX OFF 3 SIG 1 MINMIN 5 79 +30dB DYNAMIKE M E MAX PU SH EN TE NU U SWR RF GAIN CAL Level 4: SCAN NB/ANL ANL MEM SCAN CB /W S/RF PA SWR PU SH EN CALT E R CH 9/ 19 SWR CB /WX/ PA DELTA TUNE MIN 1.5 2 3 MEM WX ! 3 1 SIG SWR CAL RF GAIN T BACK CAL NW LIGHTING CONTRAST MAX MIN DIM RF RADIO CHECK ESC T BACK RX OFF CB /WX DELTA TUNE CH 9/ 19 DYNAMIKE MAX CB /WX CH 9/ 19 ESC Note M DIM ESC OFF CH 9/ 19 MEM SCAN CB /WX DIM ESC WX ! R DELTA TUNE T BACK Your 29 LX can be utilized as an alarm clock. To set the alarm, press Menu/Enter knob and SWR select Set Alarm. CAL SWR CAL DIM ESC MAX MIN CH 9/ 19 SET CLOCK ALARM CLOCK SET COUNT DOWN DIM ESC T BACK P USWR S H EN CAL U EN MEM Setting the Alarm RF GAIN MEM SCAN 5 79 +30dB SCAN SCAN TX MEM SCAN MIN DIM TE MEM OFF SCAN Setting the Alarm CH 9/ 19 MEM SCAN CB /WX DIM ESC WX ! RotateR Menu/Enter knob clockwise to select Set SWR RF GAIN DELTA TUNE T BACK Alarm Time. Follow instructions above for settingCAL the alarm time and AM or PM. WX ! RF GAIN DELTA TUNE OFF MIN MEM SCAN WX ! R 16 MIN MEM SETTING VOL SQ BLUETOOTH OFF EXIT MEM M SCAN TONES DYNAMIKE WX ALERT DIM WX ALERT SCAN ESC T BACK SWR/CAL RFDYNAMIKE GAIN DELTA TUNE SQ CAL M EN E PU SH EN TE NU R OFFX/ +30dB RX RF SWR/CAL U SH EN U P TE 3 2 CAL TX WX AUTO SCAN RX COLOR S/RF DISPLAY RF MINMIN MAX S/ RF SWR CAL BRIGHTNESS 3 5 79 1 EN NB/ANL SWR 1.5 ANL S/RF PA DYNAMIKE RF GAIN DELTA NB /ANLTUNE NB/ANL OFF EN CB /WX/ CB /WX SCAN SET AM-PM 11:30 PM EXIT TX CH 9/ 19 SCAN Note Use Dim/Escape button to exit MEM WX ! PU SH EN TE 12:00R PM will appear in the display and the hours from any routine back to CB RFMenu/Enter GAIN DELTA TUNEclockwise T BACK to SWR standby mode. will flash. Rotate knob RX VOLMEM SCAN SQKEY NB/ANL SWR 1.5 ANL TX RX SIG 1 MEM R SQ Level 3: NB/ANL 2 3 2 CAL TX SET CLOCK RX ALARM CLOCK RF SET COUNT DOWN 3 5 79 1 SIG +30dB VOL NB /ANL NB/ANL SWR 1.5 ANL TE Level 2: SWR/CAL NB/ANL SWR 1.5 ANL TX RX RF SWR /CAL VOL 3 2 NB/ANL SWR 1.5 ANL S/ RF Level 1: NB/ANL CAL 5 79 +30dB 3 SIG 1 Note Normal display will appear if clock has not yet been set. The minutes will then flash. Rotate Menu/Enter knob The radio should be connected again to select desired minutes and press toOFFset. to a constant 12V source to MAX MIN maintain the time when the Once the minutes are set, AM or PM will then flash. Rotate Menu/Enter knob again to select AM radio is turned off. or PM and press to set or scroll down to EXIT and press to return to main menu. NB /ANL SWR CAL MEM SCAN select desired hour and press to set. MIN NB/ANL SWR 1.5 SCAN CH 9/ 19 CAL Rotate Menu/Enter knob clockwise to navigate menu levels. NB /ANL Setting the Clock Setting the Clock Menu Mode T BACK MIN MAX OFF SWR CAL MIN MAX OFF 17 6/8/12 10:20 AM Operation Operation Setting the Alarm continued /ANL 3 2 NB/ANL SWR 1.5 Note ANL CAL Allows testing of important radio functions. Test 1- Battery Level: Confirms that battery voltage level is between 10.8 V to 15.8 V. If in that range, it is “PASS”. Outside of that range, either FAIL LOW” or “FAIL HIGH” will be displayed. Press Menu/Enter knob to advance to next test. CH 9/ 19 SCAN EXIT SET SNOOZE ALARM LENGTH TX MEM SCAN RX Default snooze time length S/RF RF DIM SWR is 10 minutes. CB /WX CAL ESC 3 5 79 1 SIG +30dB Note R/CAL MEM WX ! PU SH EN U T ER EN Press Dim/Escape button to Enter desired snooze time (from 1 to 60 minutes). M SWR VOL SQ RF GAIN DELTA TUNE T return toDYNAMIKE CB standby mode. Select Enter to exit, return to Set Snooze orBACK Alarm CAL Length. Select Alarm Length to set alarm duration Note (from 10 to 300 seconds). Pressing Menu/Enter Default alarm length knob returns unit to exit, Set Snooze or Alarm is 60 seconds and is set in MAX MIN OFF OFF MIN Length. 10 second increments. /RF S/RF SWR CAL OFF CAL SQ 5 79 +30dB 3 M DYNAMIKE EN U SH EN U P TE MEM ESC WX ! NB/ANL NB/ANL Note Press Dim/Escape 3 NB/ANL SWR 1.5 2 button to return to CB mode.CAL ANL VOL NB/ANL 3 OFF 5 79 +30dB DYNAMIKE SQ DYNAMIKE PU SH EN TE NU MEM DIM 3 S/RF 29LXBT_MANL.indd 18-19 VOL MIN MAX EN SCAN 19 RF POWER OUTPUT FAILDIM CB /WX/ CB /WX/ U SH EN U P TE PA ESC MEM 1 MINMIN MAX 3 2 ANTENNA RF PASS CAL OFF MAX MIN DIM ESC Note SWR Press button to T BACKDim/Escape CAL return to CB standby mode. If 10 seconds pass or if Enter button pressed, testing is OFF complete. Unit will return to CB Standby mode. WX ! R SWR Test 3- DYNAMIKE Antenna Mismatch Warning: Press DELTA TUNE SQ RF GAIN RF GAIN DELTA TUNE T BACK CAL Push-to-Talk button to check antenna/radio for proper matching. M CH 9/ 19 MEM SCAN NB/ANL 2 ESC CAL TX NB/ANL SWR 1.5 ANL E R Press Menu/Enter knob to select On/Off and SWR S/RF RF M DELTASWR TUNE T BACK CAL exit to main menu. RF GAIN CAL 3 5 79 SIG 1 +30dB 18 MIN VOL CH 9/ SCAN MEM SCAN PA 3 5 79 SIG 1 +30dB MEM WX ! SWR/CAL U SH EN U P TE EN R M OFF SWR/CAL OFF S/RF SWR CAL 3 MEM SCAN CB /WX NB/ANL SWR 1.5 2 ANL WX ! 3 2 CAL TX RF POWER OUTPUT RX RF PASS CH 9/ 19 SCAN SET KEY TONES ON OFF RX RF SQ SWR/CAL Press Menu/Enter knob and rotate clockwise to Set Key Tones. Press Menu/Enter to set Key OFF MIN Tones On/Off. TX 2 NB/ANL SWR 1.5 ANL S/RF Key Tones Mode On and Off VOL NB/ANL SWR/CAL MAX MIN Key Tones Mode SIG 1 Note Press Push-To-Talk within 10 seconds or unit will go to the next test. Note Press Dim/Escape button to return to CB standby mode. If 10 seconds pass or if Enter button pressed, go to 3rd test. 1 DIM CB /WX R Follow instructions in Setting the Clock section SWR RF GAIN DELTA TUNEandT BACK CAL (page 17) to set count down hour 3 NB/ANL SWR 1.5 2 CAL TX minutes. Once desired count down time is ANL RX selected, press Menu/Enter knobS/RF again RF to set SWR CAL and return to the standby menu. 3 5 79 SIG 1 +30dB MIN S/RF SWR CAL 3 Test 2- RF Power Output: Confirms 3.3 to 4 Watt output level. Once Push-to-Talk button is pressed, Pass or Fail will be displayed if level is outside limits. MEM SCAN S/RF S/RF 2 CH 9/ 19 SCAN SET CLOCK SET ALARM SET COUNT DOWN TX RX Dim/Escape button to return to CB standby mode. SIG 1 1 To set the count down timer, press Menu/Enter knob and select Set Count Down. RF Press AL VOL 3 2 NB/ANL SWR 1.5 Note ANL Note Press Dim/Escape button to return to CB standby mode. If 10 seconds pass or if Enter button pressed, unit goes to 2nd test. Setting the Count Down Timer Setting the Count Down Timer L Radio Check Mode Radio Check Mode Once alarm settings are complete, rotate Menu/Enter knob clockwise to Set Snooze and press to select. SQ DYNAMIKE RX S/RF S/RF SWR CAL VOL SQ SCAN FAILDIM PA CB /WX/ M DYNAMIKE RF GAIN EN U SH EN U P TE DELTA TUNE PA ESC MEM R DIM ESC WX ! SWR RF GAIN CAL T BACK CH 9/ 19 MEM SCAN MEM SCAN CB /WX/ 3 5 79 SIG 1 +30dB MEM WX ! SWR/CAL U SH EN U P TE EN R M CH 9/ 3 SCAN 19 ANTENNA TX RX 19 DELTA TUNE T BACK SWR CAL OFF OFF MIN OFF MINMIN MAX OFF MIN MAX OFF 6/8/12 10:20 AM Operation Operation Setting Display Color Mode Setting Display Color Mode 1 Press Menu/Enter knob to select Set Brightness 2 NB/ANL SWR 1.5 ANL S/RF S/RF SWR CAL 3 2CAL RF 3 SIG 1 SWR/CAL 5 79 +30dB U EN VOL SQ PU SH EN T MEM MEM SCAN DIM CB /WX ESC WX ! ER M Press and release Menu/Enter to set the Tcolor. RF GAIN DELTA TUNE BACK DYNAMIKE MAX MIN MIN Note To select day or night levels, press and release Dim/Escape button once levels are set. To set the day bright level, turn the Menu/Enter knob clockwise to a desired setting and then press Menu/Enter. To set the Night-Dim level, repeat instructions above then select Night-Dim. SWR CAL 3 OFF Note Exit will return to menu mode. ESC will exit and return to CB Standby. CH 9/ 19 SCAN WX AUTO SCAN DISPLAY COLOR BRIGHTNESS TX RX Note If an attempt is made to exceed the highest or lowest brightness levels, 1 error beep will be heard. Rotate Menu/Enter knob clockwise to Select Brightness. Press Menu/Enter knob to select DayBright. Turn Menu/Enter clockwise to increase brightness and turn counter-clockwise to decrease brightness. Press Menu/Enter knob and scroll down to select Display Color. NB/ANL Setting Brightness Mode Setting Brightness Mode OFF TURN CH KNOB TO SET LEVEL Rotating Menu/Enter knob clockwise changes the display color from green to blue to amber to red then back to green. Press Menu/Enter knob again to exit routine. Turn NightWatch Illumination On-Off-Hi-Lo Turn NB/ANL Note NB/ANL SWR 1.5 2 3 4 CAL TX Select EXITANL to return to RX S/RF S/RF RF main menu. SWRPress Dim/Escape CAL 3 5 79 1 +30dB button to returnSIG to CB mode. SWR/CAL EN VOL SQ DYNAMIKE SCAN TURN CH KNOB TO MEM SCAN SET COLORNB /ANL NB/ANL SWR 1.5 EXIT ANL CB /WX U SH EN U P TE MEM WX ! S/ RF R S/RF 2 DIM 3 ESC RF CAL MIN MIN SQ DYNAMIKE NW LIGHTING CONTRAST RADIO CHECK TX RX M SWR Press Menu/Enter knob or escape SWR RF GAIN DELTA button TUNE Tagain BACK CAL 5 79 3 CAL SIG 1 +30dB SWR /CAL to exit routine. VOL OFF Press Menu/Enter knob and scroll down to select NW Lighting. CH 9/ 19 M EN U SH EN U P TE MEM R SCAN MEM SCAN CB /WX WX ! NW IS SET HI RF GAIN DELTA TUNE HI-LO-OFF T BACK CH 9/ 19 NightWatch Illumination On/Off Note To select HI-LO-OFF, turn ESC menu knob to select and press SWR and release Enter knob. DIM CAL OFF MAX Press Menu/Enter knob again to exit routine. OFF 20 29LXBT_MANL.indd 20-21 MIN MIN MAX OFF 21 6/8/12 10:21 AM Operation Operation Setting Contrast Mode III. Successful pairing will be indicated by a tone to confirm entry to Connected mode. A pair record will also be established for subsequent connections. B. Subsequent pairings with a cell phone: I. Follow any cell phone manufacturer instructions if needed, to enable the Bluetooth function. II. Successful pairing will be indicated by a tone to confirm entry to Connected mode. Setting Contrast Mode Press Menu/Enter knob and rotate clockwise to select Set Contrast. Press Menu/Enter knob again and rotate clockwise to increase contrast, counter-clockwise to decrease contrast. Press Menu/Enter knob to set contrast. Note If an attempt is made to exceed the highest or lowest contrast levels, 1 error beep will be heard. TURN CH KNOB TO SET CONTRAST Press Menu/Enter knob again to exit routine. Bluetooth® Bluetooth® Calls on a Bluetooth enabled cell phone can be routed through the 29 LX BT speaker or external speaker accessory. Note When cell phone calls are in progress using the Bluetooth features, the CB functions of the 3 NB/ANL SWR 1.5 2 CAL TX ANLunit are disabled. NB /ANL S/ RF S/RF RF SWR Note CAL 1 DualSIG Point WR /CAL VOL 1 RX 3 5 79 +30dB Bluetooth: Two cell phones can be pairedM E N U SQ and used DYNAMIKE and for team drivers. SCAN READY FOR PAIRING PW 0000 PU SH EN T MEM ER BT Button 2 CH 9/ 19 3 DIM 1 MEM SCAN CB /WX ESC WX ! RF GAIN DELTA TUNE T BACK SWR 2 CAL Note OFF If no further pairing steps are taken, the unit will time-out MIN and return to Standby after five minutes. During the pairing process, press and release the BT Button to cancel the pairing process. To Pair with a Cell Phone With 29 LX BT MIN power On,MAX press and hold theOFF BT Button for six seconds to enter Standby mode. A tone will sound to confirm entry to Standby. A. First time pairing with a cell phone: I. A tone will sound to confirm Pairing mode. II. Follow the cell phone manufacturer’s instruction to enable its Bluetooth function and enter the PIN (Personal Identification Number) 0000. Note For Text-to-Speech conversion, an app should be downloaded to your cell phone. 22 29LXBT_MANL.indd 22-23 3 4 5 To Answer Calls Press and release the BT Button when the cell phone ring is heard through the 29 LX BT speaker. Speak into the 29 LX BT microphone. The CB function of the unit and PTT Button will be disabled while a call is in progress. Press and release of the BT Button to end the call. A tone will sound. To Initiate Calls Dial a number according to the cell phone manufacturer’s instructions. The key press and other tones will be heard through the 29 LX BT speaker. Press Send on the cell phone send key a few seconds, you will hear the ring tone for the number you dialed on the CB speaker. Once connected, speak into the microphone. Press and release of the BT Button to end the call. A tone will sound. Press and hold the BT Button for two seconds to redial a number. A tone will sound; and after a few seconds, you will hear the ring tone for the number you dialed. Note When cell phone calls are in progress using the Bluetooth features, the CB functions of the unit are disabled until the phone call is put on hold (see page 24). Note The external microphone (see accessories on page 35) can be plugged into the rear of the unit and clipped to a pocket or lapel for hands-free speech during calls. When the microphone is plugged in, the main microphone will not pick up speech during calls but will be fully functional for CB operation. To Enable or Disable Voice Dialing If the paired cell phone supports voice dialing, press and release the BT Button twice to toggle between enabling and disabling this feature. 23 6/8/12 10:21 AM Operation Operation Bluetooth® continued To Place a call on Hold The display will show: NB/ANL CAL TX Note NB/ANL SWR 1.5 2 3 ANL RX If, while on hold the call is S/RF S/RF RF dropped,SWR you will hear a sound CAL 3 5 79 1 SIGradio +30dB beep and the CB will SWR/CAL U EN M return to standby. VOL SQ DYNAMIKE A2DP Audio Streaming OFF PU SH EN TE MEM NB/ANL S/RF MIN S/RF SWR CAL CAL 3 SIG 1 SQ M DYNAMIKE NB/ANL SWR 1.5 2 ANL OFF MIN S/RF S/RF RF SWR CAL 3 SIG 1 VOL OFF SQ 3 U SH EN U P TE MEM ESC SWR CAL T BACK MAX CH 9/ 19 WX ! SWR 1.5 RF GAIN DIM CB /WX DELTA S/RF TUNE S/RF ESC 2 BLUETOOTH ON MIN MAX OFF EXIT TX 5 79 +30dB M E PU SH EN TE NU MEM R MIN 24 VOL 3 CH 9/ 19 SQMEM SCAN DYNAMIKE OFF CB /WX OFF DELTA TUNE MAX MIN T BACK OFF SCAN TX CB /WX DIM ESC SWR CAL M EN U SH EN U P TE CH 9/ 19 DIM ESC WX ! R GAIN Weather AutoRFScan DELTA TUNE T BACK For ideal weather reception use a dual band antenna (center load/baseload). Weather Channels NOAA Weather Radio (NWR) is a service of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), of the U.S. Department of Commerce. 380 NWR stations are in operation by the U.S. Government in addition to several NWR stations that are maintained by private interest groups. The capability is to supplement warnings by sirens and by commercial radio and television. The 10 National Weather Channels provide full coverage to keep you informed of weather conditions, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. MEM SCAN 163.275 5 79 +30dB WX ! Press and select Off.RF GAIN MIN SCAN CAL SWR CAL T BACK SIG 1 3 Note If you wish to receive a listing of NOAA ‘Weather Radio Transmitter locations, contact your nearest National Weather Service Office or write to: National Weather Service (Attn: W/OM11) NOAA Silver Springs, MD 20910. What is Weather Radio? The unit will continually scan all 10 WX channels for 1050 Hz tone. If the tone is detected the unit will activate WX mode on the channel with the tone. Default state is Off. Go to Menu mode to choose On/Off (see page 22): OFF SCAN SWR /CAL CAL Weather Alert Scan MEM SCAN R RX DYNAMIKE 29LXBT_MANL.indd 24-25 EN DIM CB /WX RF Press Menu/Enter again and select Bluetooth: NB/ANL SWR/CAL MEM SCAN NB/ANL 5 79 +30dB CH 9/ 19 SCAN BLUETOOTH EXIT TX RX RF SWR/CAL VOL 3 SWR CAL OFF MAX Press Menu/Enter and select Bluetooth: 2 ESC WX ! Press Enter knob. This call TUNE on hold RF puts GAIN theDELTA T BACK allowing CB communication. MIN NB/ANL SWR 1.5 ANL DIM R NB/ANL SWR 1.5 2 CAL TX Allows for voice Caller ID, 3 PRESS ENTER TO ANL RX e-mails and text messages to S/RF RETURN TO CALL S/RF RF SWR be read through the CB radio. CAL 3 5 79 SIG 1 +30dB SWR/CAL MEM WX ! U SH EN Note U P TE EN R M Press Menu Enter knob again. DELTA TUNE A thirdVOL partySQ app download is DYNAMIKE RF GAIN required in order for this feature To Turn Bluetooth Off on the Radio: to be functional. OFF NB/ANL If threatening weather is nearby, the National Weather Service may broadcast a 10 second alert tone. This tone will be heard through the CB, even if the CB/WX Control is in the CB mode or the unit is turned off. This enables you to monitor CB frequencies and still be warned by the National Weather Service Emergency Alert. When you hear the alert, press the CB/WX button in the WX mode. You will then be able to hear the Weather Warning Broadcast. Your 29 LX BT has a special auto squelch circuit for weather transmission which disables your squelch control. MEM SCAN CB /WX To Return to Phone Call MIN The display will show: MIN CH 9/ 19 SCAN PRESS ENTER TO GO TO CB Weather Information Weather Alert What You Should Know About Weather SWR CAL If active while in CB mode, will determine if the present WX channel isMAX active. If the present WX MIN OFF channel is not active, will search for the strongest WX channel and auto change to that channel. Default is off. Go to Menu mode to choose on/off (see page 22). 25 6/8/12 10:21 AM Operation Operation Note 3 CAL SWR 1.5 2 Press NB/ANL Dim/Escape ANL buttonS/RF to return to CB mode. S/RF RF SWR/CAL VOL 3 SIG 1 SQ NB /ANL WX ALERT IS OFF ON S/ RF OFF TX RX 5 79 +30dB M E PU SH EN TE NU MEM WX ! CH 9/ SCAN 19 NB/ANL SWR 1.5 2 MEM SCAN ANL DIM S/RF /W RF X CB SWR ESC CAL 3 SIG 1 NB /ANL SWR /CAL R 2 3 SWR CAL Setting Weather Alert ScanSWR /CAL 3 SIG 1 Note If an alert is detected the unit NB/ANL SWR 1.5 2 will activate WX mode on3 the CAL TX ANL RX channelS/RF withRFthe alert. Use S/RF SWR Menu/Enter knob to select CAL 3 5 79 SIG 1 +30dB SWR/CAL On/Off and press to set. NU MAX NB/ANL 3 M E CAL M TX NB /ANL CH 9/ 3 U SH EN U P TE MEM R RX EN U SH EN U P TE PU SH EN TE MEM SWR /CAL R 2 CAL R Press Menu/Enter knob and rotate clockwise to WX Auto Scan. Press Menu/Enter knob to select On/Off. Setting Weather Auto MAX Scan MIN OFF VOL OFF SQ MINDYNAMIKE SWR CAL MEM SCAN MAX MIN OFF SCAN OFF DIM ESC M E RX +30dB SWR CAL CH 9/ 19 MEM SCAN CB /WX SIG SWR /CAL SCAN T BACK ESC CH 9/ 19 WX ! MAXVER MIN SOFTWARE GO TO DEFAULT TX 5 79 +30dB 3 CAL TX N U P U S H E N T Setting Weather Auto Scan SWR DIM M To restore default settings, Menu/Enter RF GAIN Press DELTA TUNE T BACK knob again. Rotate Menu/Enter knob clockwise to select Settings then Go To Default. RX RF GAIN DELTA TUNE TSQ BACK VOL and DYNAMIKE CAL S/On/Off RF Press Menu/Enter knob to select S/RF RF exit SWR to main menu. CAL 3 5 79 1 CH 9/ 19 CB /WX WX ! SOFTWARE VER RF GAIN DELTA TUNE GO TO DEFAULT MEM CB /WX SIG 1 NB/ANL SWR 1.5 ANL SCAN Software Version/Factory Settings MEM SCAN CB /WX 5 79 +30dB NoteVOL SQ DYNAMIKE Press Dim/Escape button to return to CB mode. MIN EN OFF SCAN 1.519 2 SWR MIN WX SCN IS OFF OFF NB/ANL ANL MEM SCAN ON S/ RF S/RF RF DIM SWR OFF ESC NB /ANL CAL 3 CONTRAST RADIO CHECK SETTINGS TX 5 79 +30dB Press Menu/Enter knob and rotate clockwise to MIN OFF VOL SQ DYNAMIKE WX Alert Scan. Press Menu/Enter knob to select On/Off. MIN MIN OFF CAL RX SWR SWR 1.5 RF GAINto select DELTA On/Off TUNE NB/ANL T and BACK Press Menu/Enter knob exit CAL VOLANL SQ DYNAMIKE S/ RF to main menu. S/RF RF DYNAMIKE Setting Weather Alert Scan OFF Displays current software version and returns unit to original factory settings. To view software version, rotate Menu/Enter knob clockwise to select Settings then Software Version. Turns WX Alert On/Off. Default is Off. Press Menu/Enter knob to select Set WX Alert. If Weather is On, WX Alert Icon will be displayed. NB/ANL SWR CAL Software Version/Factory Settings Setting Weather Alert Mode Weather Alert Mode Note Default display color is green. DIM ESC MEM ER WX ! RESTORE DEFAULT DELTA TUNE YES RF GAIN NO MEM SCAN MEM SCAN T BACK CB /WX CH 9/ 19 SWR CAL DIM ESC WX ! U SH EN U P Menu/Enter TE Press knob to restore default EN R M MAX DELTA TUNE TOFF BACK settings. Choose MIN NORFtoGAIN maintain present setting with no change. SWR CAL NB/ANL Note NB/ANL SWR 1.5 2 3 ANL Press Dim/Escape S/RF RF buttonS/RF to return to CB mode. SWR CAL SWR/CAL VOL OFF 3 SIG 1 SQ CAL RX 5 79 +30dB DYNAMIKE M EN U SH EN U P TE SCAN CH 9/ MIN 19 MIN MAX OFF MEM SCAN CB /WX DIM ESC MEM R RF GAIN DELTA TUNE T BACK SWR Press Menu/Enter knob to select On/Off and exitCAL to main menu. MIN MIN 26 29LXBT_MANL.indd 26-27 OFF AUTO SCN IS OFF ON OFF TX MAX OFF 27 6/8/12 10:21 AM Operation Operation Program Memory Channels NB-ANL/OFF (Noise Blanker/Automatic NB-ANL/OFF (Noise Blanker / Noise Limiter) Button Automatic Noise Limiter) Button Set first channel. Press and hold Scan/MemScan button. Memory icon will appear. Select second channel, press and hold Scan/MemScan button again until Memory icon appears. Repeat above steps to enter up to 10 channels in memory. CH 9/ SCAN NB/ANL Note NB/ANL SWR 1.5 ANL The RF noise blanker is very effective in reducing repetitive noises such as ignition interference. S/ RF S/RF 2 3 CAL CB /WX NB/ANL 5 The radio should be squelched before scan features are activated. Note MEM SCAN 7 9 +30dB SIG 1 3 2 1.5 MEM NB/ANL SWR /CAL WX ! CAL TX When switched to ANL the3 Automatic Noise U S H SWR U PANL E N T E EN R RX M Limiter is activated. This helps reduce noise S/RF RF VOL SQ DYNAMIKE RF GAIN SWR created by the vehicle’s electronics. CAL 3 5 79 SIG 1 +30dB When switched to NB/ANL mode the RF Noise VOL SQ DYNAMIKE Blanker is also MAX MIN OFF activated, MIN providing increased noise filtration. When switched to OFF mode all noiseOFFfiltration MIN will be turned off. R Note 19 TX RX RF Program Memory Channels S/RF SWR/CAL M E DELTA TUNE PU SH EN TE NU T BACK DIM ESC Keying the microphone will stop the scan feature. CH 9/ 19 SCAN MEM SCAN SWR CAL Note DIM CB /WX ESC MEM R RF GAIN DELTA TUNE OFF MIN MAX If more than 10 channels are attempted to be programmed, 3 error beeps will be heard and “Memory Full” will be displayed for 10 seconds or until any button is pushed. SWR CAL T BACK OFF NB/ANL Setting Delta Tune Setting Delta Tune 2 NB/ANL SWR 1.5 ANL S/RF S/RF SWR CAL 3 CAL RF Rotate Delta Tune knob to the center position for 3 5 79 SIG 1 +30dB optimum tuning. RF Gain Control SQ M DYNAMIKE RF Gain Control The RF Gain is used to optimize reception in OFF strong or weak signal areas. E Note MEM SCAN PU SH EN TE NU MEM 1 ESC WX ! R RF GAIN MIN To remove a channel from memory, go to the unwanted memory channel then press and hold the scan button until the MEM icon turns off. DIM CB /WX SWR/CAL VOL CH 9/ 19 SCAN TX RX DELTA TUNE SWR CAL T BACK Pressing the Scan/Memory Scan button MIN OFF toggles from OffMAX to Scan All Channels to Memory Channel Only Scan and back to Off. Note If in WX mode the unit will scan Weather channels. NB /ANL Note NB/ANL SWR 1.5 ANL The RF Gain is used to optimize reception in weak signal areas. S/ RF S/RF SWR CAL 29LXBT_MANL.indd 28-29 CAL SQ SIG 1 SCAN TX 3 CB /WX 5 79 +30dB DYNAMIKE M EN CH 9/ 19 MEM SCAN RX Rotate the RF Gain knob counterclockwise to reduce gain in strong signal areas. In weak MIN signal areas turn clockwise toOFF increase gain. 28 3 RF SWR/CAL VOL 2 U SH EN U P TE MEM ESC WX ! R RF GAIN 2 DIM DELTA TUNE T BACK SWR CAL Press Dim/Escape button to end Scan and OFF MAX returnMINto CB mode. 29 6/8/12 10:21 AM Operation Operation Setting Squelch To scan all 40 CB channels, the unit must be squelched. Press and release Scan/Mem Scan button once. Squelch is the “control gate” for incoming signals. S/RF S/RF SWR CAL 3 CAL SQ DYNAMIKE Scan Memory Channels M VOL OFF U EN PU SH EN TE R Scan Memory Channels RF GAIN DELTA TUNE T BACK To scan memory channels, press and release Scan/Mem Scan button twice. MAX MIN MIN R CH 9/ 19 S/RF SWR CAL CAL SQ TX STRONG SIGNALS RX RF SWR/CAL VOL 3 3 SIG 1 5 79 +30dB DYNAMIKE M EN U SH EN U P TE ME R MEDIUM SIGNALS MEM SCAN CB /WX 5 79 +30dB 3 SIG 1 SWR/CAL CB SCAN 27.405 TX RX RF SCAN 2 NB/ANL SWR 1.5 ANL NB/ANL 2 Gate closed NB/ANL S/RF NB/ANL SWR 1.5 ANL Setting Squelch Scan CB Channels DIM ESC OFF WEAK SIGNALS MIN SWR CAL 1 Full clockwise rotation closes the gate allowing only very strong signals to enter. NOISE G AT E C L O S E D Scan CB Channels OFF NB/ANL S/RF S/RF SWR CAL CAL SQ M DYNAMIKE Dimmer Control E PU SH EN TE NU CH 9/ 19 Gate open MEM SCAN CB /WX 5 79 +30dB 3 SIG 1 SCAN CB MEM SCAN 27.405 TX RX RF SWR/CAL VOL 3 2 NB/ANL SWR 1.5 ANL DIM ESC MEM STRONG SIGNALS R R RF GAIN DELTA TUNE Dimmer Control T BACK SWR CAL MEDIUM SIGNALS NB /ANL S/RF SWR CAL RF SWR /CAL VOL OFF SQ 3 CAL MIN 3 SIG 1 SCAN TX MIN RX CB /WX 5 79 +30dB DYNAMIKE M E PU SH EN TE NU 1 MIN 30 29LXBT_MANL.indd 30-31 MEM CH 9/ 19 MAX MEM SCAN ESC WX ! 2 R RF GAIN WEAK SIGNALS OFF DIM DELTA TUNE T BACK SWR CAL Press Dim/Esc button to toggle between day and night settings. See setting instructions on page 21. MIN OFF MAX Full counterclockwise rotation opens the “gate” allowing all signals in. NOISE G AT E OPEN 2 NB/ANL SWR 1.5 ANL OFF S/ RF 31 6/8/12 10:21 AM Operation Operation Setting Squelch External Speaker Continued Gate set to Desired Squelch Setting (DSS) Connect an externalUSB speaker to the external speaker jack on the rear panel. External Push-to-Talk Jack Note The external push-to-talk jack is used for remote transmit function with optional PTT (see accessory page 44) and when the external microphone is connected. Cobra external speakers are rated at 10 watts. BRA WEAK SIGNALS S/RF Meter ANT IN CHINA MEDIUM SIGNALS G AT E 3 To achieve the Desired Squelch Setting (DSS), turn the Squelch control counterclockwise until you hear noise. Now turn the control clockwise just until the noise stops. This is the DSS setting. S/RF Meter This meter swings proportionately to the RF output (outgoing signal) while transmitting. Note The external speaker should have 8-ohm impedance and be rated to handle at least 4.0 watts. When the external speaker is plugged in, the internal speaker is automatically disconnected. BO3K229LTD R STRONG SIGNALS NOISE External Speaker The external speaker jack is used for remote receiver monitoring. EXT MIC EXT. PTT EXT.SP. +POWER– BO3K229LTD BO3K229LTD BRA ANT IN CHINA BRA Note ANT USB Output: EXT MICorEXT. PTT EXT.S This jack is used to charge power most 5 Volt USB devices.+POWER– IN CHINA EXT MIC EXT. PTT EXT.SP. +POWER– Connect an external push-to-talk to the external push-to-talk jack on USB the rear panel. USB External Microphone Jack R The external microphone jack is used to connect the supplied external microphone for phone use only. When the external PTT (above) is connected, the external microphone can be used for both CB and phone voice transmissions.` BO3K229LTD BRA IN CHINA 1 32 29LXBT_MANL.indd 32-33 The S/RF-SWR-CAL button must be in the S/RF mode. ANT EXT MIC EXT. PTT EXT.SP. +POWER– Connect the externalUSBmicrophone (included) to the external microphone jack on the rear panel. 33 6/8/12 10:21 AM Home And Office Set-Up Base Station Operation (From 120V AC House Current) Temporary Mobile Set-Up Base Station Operation (From 120V AC House Current) To operate your transceiver from home or office you will need a 13.2 volt DC Power Pack rated at a minimum of 2 amps, and a properly installed base station antenna. + Warning! Do not attempt to operate this transceiver by connecting it directly to 120V AC. FCC ID:BBO3K229LTD COBRA ANT EXT MIC EXT. PTT EXT.SP. +POWER– MADE IN CHINA USB 2 Plug power cable into back of unit marked “Power”. Be sure to observe polarity markings. 3 Connect properly installed and matched base station antenna. — Temporary Mobile Operation Note For temporary mobile operation you may want to purchase an optional cigarette lighter adapter from your COBRA dealer. This adapter and a magnetic mount antenna allow you to quickly “install” your transceiver for temporary use. For further information call Cobra Customer Service 1.773.889.3087. FCC ID:BBO3K229LTD COBRA 1 34 29LXBT_MANL.indd 34-35 Simply connect the red (+) and black (-) leads of the transceiver to the corresponding terminals of the power pack. ANT Temporary Mobile Set-Up EXT MIC EXT. PTT EXT.SP. +POWER– MADE IN CHINA USB 35 6/8/12 10:21 AM How Your CB Can Serve You How Your CB Can Serve You • • • • • • • • • A Few Rules You Should Know Channel 9 Emergency Messages Warnoftrafficproblems Provideweatherandroaddata Providehelpineventofanemergency Providedirectcontactwithhomeoroffice Assistpolicebyreportingerraticdrivers Get“localinformation”tofinddestination Communicatewithfamilyandfriends Suggestspotstoeatandsleep Keepyoualertwhiletraveling A Few Rules You Should Know A. Conversations cannot last more than 5 minutes with another station. A one minute break is required to let others use the channel. B. You cannot blast others off the air by use of illegally amplified transmitters or illegally high antennas. C. You cannot use CB to promote illegal activities. D. Profanity is not allowed. E. You may not transmit music with a CB. F. Selling of merchandise and/or services is prohibited. The FCC gives these examples of permitted and prohibited messages for channel 9. These are only guidelines and not all-inclusive: Permitted Example Message Yes “Tornado sighted six miles north of town.” “Post number 10. No tornado sighted.” No Yes No Yes No Yes 1. Set to channel 9 for emergencies Be sure antenna is properly connected. 2. CB Distress Data When transmitting an emergency, you should request a “REACT BASE” and provide the CB distress data (called CLIP): Note C L I P If no response on channel 9, try channels 19 or 14. all Sign ocation njuries roblem Identify yourself. Be exact. Number. Type. Trapped? Give details and help needed. No Yes No “Out of gas on I-95 at mile marker 211.” “Out of gas in my driveway.” “Four car accident on I-94 at Exit 11. Send police and ambulance.” “Traffic moving smoothly on I-94.” “Weather Bureau has issued thunderstorm warning. Bring sailboat into port.” “Attention motorists. Weather Bureau advises snow tomorrow will accumulate 4 to 6 inches.” “Fire in building at 539 Main, Evanston.” “Halloween patrol number 3. All quiet.” Transmit CLIP repeatedly so any monitor can assist. 36 29LXBT_MANL.indd 36-37 37 6/8/12 10:21 AM How Your CB Can Serve You CB 10-Codes Citizen Bands have adopted the “10-CODES” for standard questions and answers. These codes provide quick and easy communication, especially in noisy areas. Following are some of the more common codes and meanings: Code 10-1 10-2 10-3 10-4 10-5 10-6 10-7 10-8 10-9 10-10 10-11 10-12 10-13 10-16 10-17 10-18 10-19 10-20 10-21 10-22 10-23 10-24 10-25 10-26 10-27 10-28 38 29LXBT_MANL.indd 38-39 Meaning Receiving poorly Receiving well Stop transmitting OK, message received Relay message Busy, stand by Out of service, leaving In service, subject to call Repeat message Transmission completed standing by Talking too rapidly Visitors present Advise weather/roads Make pick up at Urgent business Anything for us? Return to base My location is Call by phone Report in person to Stand by Completed last assignment Can you contact Disregard last info Moving to channel Identify your station Code 10-29 10-30 10-33 10-34 10-35 10-36 10-37 10-38 10-39 10-41 10-42 10-43 10-44 10-45 10-50 10-60 10-62 10-63 10-64 10-65 10-67 10-70 10-71 10-77 10-81 10-82 10-85 10-91 10-93 10-94 10-99 10-200 Meaning Time is up for contact Does not conform to FCC rules Emergency traffic Trouble at this station Confidential information Correct time is Wrecker needed at Ambulance needed Message delivered Turn to channel Traffic accident at Traffic tie up at Have a message for All units within range please report Break channel What is next message number? Unable to copy. Use phone Net directed to Net clear Awaiting your next message/assignment All units comply Fire at Proceed, transmission in sequence Negative contact Reserve hotel room for Reserve room for My address is Talk closer to mic Check my frequency on this channel Give me a long count Mission completed, all units secure Police needed at 39 6/8/12 10:21 AM Frequency Ranges 29 LX BT Specifications The Cobra 29 LX BT transceiver represents one of the most advanced AM two-way radios used as a Class D station in the Citizens Radio Service. This unit features advanced Phase Lock Loop (PLL) circuitry providing complete coverage of all 40 CB channels. Channel Channel CB Freq. CB Freq. WX Freq. Channel In MHz Channel In MHz Channel In MHz 1 2 3 4 5 26.965 26.975 26.985 27.005 27.015 21 22 23 24 25 27.215 27.225 27.255 27.235 27.245 6 7 8 9 10 27.025 27.035 27.055 27.065 27.075 26 27 28 29 30 27.265 27.275 27.285 27.295 27.305 11 12 13 14 15 27.085 27.105 27.115 27.125 27.135 31 32 33 34 35 27.315 27.325 27.335 27.345 27.355 16 17 18 19 20 27.155 27.165 27.175 27.185 27.205 36 37 38 39 40 27.365 27.375 27.385 27.395 27.405 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 162.550 162.400 162.475 162.425 162.450 162.500 162.525 161.650 161.775 163.275 GENERAL CHANNELS FREQUENCY RANGE FREQUENCY TOLERANCE FREQUENCY CONTROL OPERATING TEMPERATURE RANGE MICROPHONE INPUT VOLTAGE Current Drain CB - 40 CH CB - 26.965 TO 27.405 MHZ WX - 162.400 TO 162.775 MHZ 0.005 % PLL (PHASE LOCK LOOP) SYNTHESIZER -30° C TO + 50° C Plug-in dynamic 13.2VDC nom. (positive or negative ground) Transmit: AM full mod., 1.5A (maximum) Receive: Squelched, 0.3A; full audio output, 1.2A (nominal) Size ..............................................................8-5/8” D x 7-9/32” W x 2-13/63” H Weight ..........................................................4 lbs. Antenna Connector .................................UHF; SO-239 Meter.............................................................Indicates relative power output received signal strength, and vswr TRANSMITTER Power Output ............................................4 watts Modulation .................................................AM (Amplitude Modulation) Frequency Response ...............................300 to 3000 Hz Output Impedance ..................................50 ohms, unbalanced RECEIVER Sensitivity ....................................................Less than 1 µV for 10 dB (S+N) /N Selectivity ....................................................6 dB @ 7 KHz, 60 dB @ 10KHz Image Rejection ........................................80 dB, typical Adjacent-Channel Rejection ................60 dB, typical IF Frequencies ...........................................Double Conversion: 1st: 10.695 MHz 2nd: 455 KHz Automatic Gain Control (AGC) ............Less than 10 dB change in audio output for inputs from 10 to 50,000 microvolts RF Gain range ............................................40 db Noise Blanker .............................................RF type Squelch ........................................................Adjustable; threshold less than 1µV Audio Output Power ...............................4 watts Frequency Response ...............................300 to 3000 Hz Distortion ....................................................Less than 7% @3 watts @ 1000 Hz Built-in Speaker .........................................8 ohms, 5w External Speaker (Not supplied)............ 8 ohms; disables internal speaker when connected PA SYSTEM Power Output ............................................4 watts into external speaker External Speaker for PA..........................8 ohms 4 Watts min. (Not Supplied) ...........................................the PA speaker also monitors the receiver; separate jack provided (SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE) 40 29LXBT_MANL.indd 40-41 41 6/8/12 10:21 AM Limited Two Year Warranty Optional Accessories You can find quality Cobra products and accessories at your local Cobra dealer, or in the U.S.A., you can order directly from Cobra. See ordering info on page 44. COBRA ELECTRONICS CORPORATION warrants that its Cobra CB Radios, and the component parts thereof, will be free of defects in workmanship and materials for period of two (2) years 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 CB radios, 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. 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. Replacement DC Power Cord For in vehicle use 426-002-N-001 Replacement Mounting Bracket For in vehicle use 251-353-9-001 Replacement Thumb Screws For in vehicle use 634-081-9-001 Replacement Microphone Bracket For in vehicle use 741-080-9-001 21” Base Loaded Magnet Mount Antenna 38” Base Loaded Magnet Mount Antenna HG A1000 HG A1500 Cobra Electronics Corporation 6500 West Cortland Street Chicago, Illinois 60707 www.cobra.com 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. 42 29LXBT_MANL.indd 42-43 Dynamic External Speaker Noise Canceling External Speaker HG S100 HG S300 Noise Canceling With Talk Back External Speaker HG S500 43 6/8/12 10:21 AM 29 LX BT If You Think You Need Service For technical assistance, please call our Automated Help Desk which can assist you by answering the most frequently asked questions about Cobra products. (773) 889-3087 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. A Consumer Service Representative can be reached through this same number Operating Instructions for your Cobra 29 LX BT CB Radio with Wireless Technology The CB Story 2 1 R FCC Regulations NB/ANL 8:00 am - 5:30 pm, Monday through Friday, Central Time. NB/ANL SWR 1.5 ANL S/RF Technical assistance is also available on-line in the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) section at www.cobra.com or by e-mail to productinfo@cobra.com R S/RF SWR CAL OFF 2 3 3 5 79 +30dB CAL SIG 1 SQ SCAN TX CB/WX M DYNAMIKE CH 9/ 19 MEM SCAN RX RF SWR/CAL VOL If you think you need service call 1.773.889.3087 EN U SH EN U P TE MEM RF GAIN MIN MIN FCC regulations permit only “transmissions” (one party to another) rather than “broadcasts” (to a wide audience). Thus, advertising is not allowed on CB Channels because that is “broadcasting.” DIM ESC WX ! R DELTA TUNE MAX T BACK SWR CAL OFF 3 “If your product should require factory service please call Cobra first before sending your unit in. This will ensure the fastest turn-around time on your repair.” You may be asked to send your unit to the Cobra factory. It will be necessary to furnish the following in order 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 or 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 unit. Include a typed or clearly print name and address of where the unit is to be returned. 4. Pack unit 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 W. Cortland St., Chicago, IL 60707. 6. If the unit is in warranty, upon receipt of your unit it will either be repaired or exchanged depending on the model. Please allow approximately 3 to 4 weeks before contacting us for status. If the unit 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 1.773.889.3087 for assistance. FCC Warnings cb tranceiver All transmitter adjustments other than those supplied by the manufacturer as front panel operating controls, must be made by, or under the supervision of, the holder of an FCC-issued General Radio-Telephone Operator’s License. 4 5 6 Replacement or substitution of transistors, regular diodes or other parts of a unique nature, with parts other than those recommended by Cobra, may cause violation of the technical regulations of Part 95 of the FCC Rules, or violation of Type Acceptance requirements of Part 2 of the Rules. 29 LX BT Operating Instructions for your Cobra 29 LX BT CB Radio with Wireless Technology R U.S. Patent No. 8078120, D625279, D630202, D630625 You should read and understand Part 95 (included with this unit) of the FCC Rules and Regulations, before operating your Cobra radio, even though the FCC no longer requires you to obtain an operator’s license. U.S. Patent No. 8078120, 625279, 630202, 630625 ©2012 Cobra Electronics Corporation Printed in China Trademark Info Cobra®, Dynamike®, Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra® and the snake design are registered trademarks of Cobra Electronics Corporation, USA. Cobra Electronics Corporation™ is a trademark of Cobra Electronics Corporation, USA. The Bluetooth® word mark and logo are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. The Citizens Band lies between the shortwave broadcast and 10-meter Amateur radio bands, and was established by law in 1949. The Class D two-way communications service was opened in 1959. (CB also includes a Class A citizens band and Class C remote control frequencies.) Part No. 480-759-P Version A Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra® What’s Included with Your 29 LX BT 7 1. 2. 3 4. ©2012 Cobra Electronics Corporation Printed in China Part No. 480-759-P Version F Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra® 29LXBT_MANL.indd 44-46 CB transceiver Microphone Transceiver bracket Microphone bracket 5. 6. 7. 8. External Microphone Operating Manual DC power cord FCC rules (not shown) A1 6/8/12 10:21 AM Controls and Indicators Our Thanks to You Optional Accessories Front Side 1. 6-Pin Microphone Connector 2. Power On/Off, Volume 3. Squelch 4. Dynamike 5. Menu/Enter/Channel Selector 6. RF Gain 7. Delta Tune 8. Talk Back Control 9. SWR Calibration 10. Dim/Escape Button 11. Channel 9/Channel 19 Button 12. Scan/Memory Scan 13. CB/WX Weather Button 14. LCD Display 15. RX (Receive)/TX (Transmit), Indicators 16. Signal Strength Meter 17. NB/ANL Button 18. S/RF SWR CAL Button 19. 1Microphone Back Side 20. External Push-To-Talk Jack 21. External Speaker Jack 22 Antenna Connector 23. Power Jack 24. External Microphone Jack 25. USB Connector Main Icons 19 Intro Customer Support Operation Secondary Icons 17 NB /ANL NB/ANL SWR 1.5 ANL 18 S/ RF R S/RF SWR CAL 1 3 3 5 79 +30dB CAL SIG 1 SQ OFF DYNAMIKE M U EN PU SH EN TE MEM MEM SCAN DIM CB/ WX ESC R MIN 5 4 13 WX ! RF GAIN MIN 2 CH 9/ 19 SCAN TX RX RF SWR /CAL VOL 2 DELTA TUNE T BACK OFF MAX 6 7 8 9 3 Warranty Customer Assistance NOTE 12 15 14 16 Customer Assistance Should you encounter any problems with the product or not understand its many features, please refer to this owner’s manual. If , after referring to the manual, you still need help, call Cobra Customer Service at 773.889.3087. Installation SWR CAL 11 10 Notice This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation Caution Warning 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. Cobra Customer Service Live operators are available M-F 8:00 am - 5:30 pm Central Time at: 773-889-3087 Automated Technical Assistance available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. E-mail questions to: productinfo@ cobra.com Cobra on the World Wide Web: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) can be found on-line at: www.cobra.com External Push-to-Talk Assembly For in vehicle use CA MS4 PTT Ordering From U.S.A. Call 773-889-3087 for pricing or visit www.cobra.com. For Credit Card Orders Call 773-889-3087 [Press one from the main menu] 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Central Time, Monday through Friday. Make Check or Money Order Payable To Cobra Electronics, Attn: Accessories Dept., 6500 West Cortland Street, Chicago, IL 60707 U.S.A. To Order Online Please visit our website: www.cobra.com The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or tv interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. 24 20 21 FCC ID:BBO3K229LTD COBRA ANT EXT MIC EXT. PTT EXT.SP. +POWER– MADE IN CHINA 22 A2 29LXBT_MANL.indd 47-49 Thank you for purchasing the Cobra 29 LX BT CB Radio with Bluetooth® Wireless Technology. Properly used, this Cobra product will give you many years of reliable service. USB 25 23 A3 44 6/8/12 10:21 AM
