Cobra Hh36st Handheld Tranciever Manual

Citizens Band
2-way 
Handheld 
CB Radio
“Ingenious Products for 
Easier Communication.” Operating instructions 
for your
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CITIZENS BAND
2-WAY HANDHELD RADIOCONTENTS:Introduction
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SoundTracker....................................3
Features............................................3
Technical Support and service..........3
Controls and Indicators....................5
The CB Story....................................6
FCC Warnings..................................6
Included with your 36ST......................7
Getting Started....................................8...

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CONTROLS
AND INDICATORS
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1. BNC Antenna Connector
2. Squelch Control
3. On/Off Volume Control
4. Belt Clip
5.High & Low Power
6. Channel Up Key
7. Channel Down Key
8. PTT (Push To Talk) Key
9. Battery Chamber
10.Charging Jack
11.DC Power Jack
12.LED Display Panel
13.Microphone
14.SoundTracker Switch 

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INCLUDED WITH YOUR 36ST
1. High Efficiency
Antenna
2. Belt Clip
THE CB STORYThe 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.)
FCC regulations permit only “transmissions” (one party to another) rather
than “broadcasts” (to a wide audience). Thus, advertising is not allowed
on CB...

BATTERIESInsert (10) new “AA” Alkaline or NiCad bat-
teries (not provided) into the battery cham-
ber. 
To install batteries, (1) remove the battery
chamber cover from the unit. (2) Install the
batteries according to the polarity markings
provided on the chamber. Note: Incorrect
battery installation can damage the batter-
ies and chamber. (3) Return battery cham-
ber cover.
Alkaline batteries:
Top grade Alkaline batteries 
should be used.
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OPERATION
TURNING ON/SQUELCH
TURNING YOUR
HANDHELD CB ONRotate...

PTT
PTTPTT
LED DISPLAY
TRANSMIT / RECEIVETo transmit, push the PTT button.
The Red TX LED will be displayed 
during transmissions.
Hold the 36ST about 2 inches from 
your mouth.
Speak into the microphone in a normal
voice.
Release the PTT button to receive incoming
transmissions.    
**Note: While the PTT button is depressed, 
you cannot receive transmissions.
The Green RXLED is displayed
when the radio is in receive mode.
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OPERATION
POWER HI-LO/BATTERY RECHARGING
OPERATIONSELECT...

OPERATION
ACTIVATING / TESTING SOUNDTRACKER
SOUNDTRACKER SYSTEM
While previous systems only “blanked out” or limited noise in higher
sound frequencies, the revolutionary new SoundTracker System actually
reduces noise while leaving the signal intact in the reception mode. In the
transmission mode, it actually strengthens the signal, providing you with a
significant reduction in noise on reception and transmission.
Sound clarity is measured by the ratio of the signal level
to the noise level. The higher...

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OPERATION
IN VEHICLE USE
OPERATIONBATTERY DISPOSALBATTERY DISPOSALWhen no longer capable of holding a
charge, rechargeable nickel cadmium
(Ni-Cad) batteries must be recycled or
disposed of properly in compliance
with all applicable laws. Certain states
or municipalities require recycling
and have established collection pro-
grams. Please contact your local waste
removal authority for instructions.
DO NOT PUT BATTERIES INTO FIRE
OR EXPOSE TO HIGH HEAT. THEY
MAY EXPLODE.
IN VEHICLE USEYour 36ST can...

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OPERATION
A FEW RULES YOU SHOULD KNOW
OPERATIONHOW YOUR CB CAN SERVE YOU
A FEW RULES YOU SHOULD KNOW 1. You are not allowed to carry on a conversation with another station for
more than five minutes at a time without taking a one-minute break to
give others a chance to use the channel.
2. You are not allowed to blast others off the air by overpowering them
with illegally amplified transmitter power or illegal high antennas.
3. You can’t use the CB to promote illegal activities.
4. You are not...

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CB10-CODESCitizens Band radio operators have largely adopted the “10-code”for
standard questions and answers. Its use permits faster communications
and better understanding in noisy areas. The following table lists some
of the more common codes and their meanings:
CodeMeaningCodeMeaning10-1Receiving poorly
10-2Receiving well
10-3Stop transmitting
10-4OK, message received
10-5Relay message
10-6Busy, stand by
10-7Out of service, leaving air
10-8In service, subject to call
10-9Repeat message...