High/Low Power - Cobra microTALK PR 950 DX Instrucciones Operativas

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High/Low Power

When in close proximity to another party, or
during favorable conditions you can switch from
High to Low Power to extend battery life.
(NOTE: This feature applies to GMRS channels
1-7 and 15-22 only. Channels 8-14 operate
exclusively on low power.)
To switch from high to low power:
1. Press and release the HI/LO LOCK button.
When in low power, and when using
channels 8-14, the LOW icon will be
visible in the LCD display.
HI/LO LOCK button
Signal Strength Meter
Your microTALK radio is equipped with a signal
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strength meter that shows the strength of your
incoming or outgoing transmissions. The ascending
bars next to the signal strength indicate the
strength of the signal. The greater the number
of bars visible, the stronger the signal. The fewer
number of bars visible, the weaker the signal.
SIGNAL STRENGTH meter
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microTALK ® Range
Your microTALK ® radio has a range of up to
5 miles (8 km) when using GMRS channels on
HI power. In LOW power and on channels 8-14,
your radio's range is up to 2 miles (3 km).Your
range will vary depending on terrain and conditions.
In flat, open country your radio will operate
at maximum range.
Buildings and foliage in the path of the signal
can reduce the range.
Dense foliage and hilly terrain will further
reduce the signal.
Remember, you can achieve maximum
range by using Maximum Range Extender.
See page 6 for details.
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FOR PRODUCTS PURCHASED IN U.S.A.
Cobra Electronics Corporation warrants that its Cobra ® PR
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 PR radios, products or component parts upon delivery
to the Cobra Factory Service Department, accompanied by proof
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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.
Customer Assistance
After reading this owner's manual, if you have any questions
about installing or operating your microTALK radio, or if you
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are missing any parts, please contact Cobra first. Do not
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return this product to the store. Cobra ® Electronics offers the
following customer support services.
• Automated Help Desk is available 24 hours
a day, 7 days a week at 773-889-3087.
• Customer Service Operators are available at
773-889-3087 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. CST
Monday through Friday (except holidays).
• Questions can be faxed to 773-622-2269.
• Technical assistance is available on-line in
the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
section at www.cobra.com or by e-mail
to productinfo@cobra.com.
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.
LIMITED 2-YEAR WARRANTY
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also
have other rights which 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.
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 unit.
Include a typed or clearly printed 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,
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Cobra Electronics Corporation, 6500 West Cortland Street,
Chicago, IL 60707 USA.
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 3-4 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 773-889-3087 for assistance.
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