Cobra_18wxst Cb Tranciever_manual

InstallationLocationPlan the location of the transceiver and microphone bracket
before  starting the installation. Select a location that is conve-
nient for operation and does not interfere with the driver or
passengers in the vehicle. In automobiles, the transceiver is
usually mounted to the underneath of the dash panel, with the
microphone bracket beside it.Mounting and ConnectionsThe transceiver is held in the universal mounting bracket by
two thumb screws, permitting adjustment at the most conve-...

Mobile whip antennas utilize the metal body of the vehicle as
a ground plane. When mounted at a corner of the vehicle they
are slightly directional, in the direction of the body of the vehi-
cle. For all practical purposes, however, the radiation pattern is
non-directional. The slight directional characteristic will be
observed only at extreme distances. Astandard antenna con-
nector (Type SO-239) is provided on the transceiver for easy
connection to a standard PL-259 cable termination. Cobra load-...

Temporary Mobile OperationTo operate your COBRAtransceiver from a car on a tempo-
rary basis, you may want to purchase an additional ciga-
rette lighter adapter from your COBRAdealer. This adapter
and a magnetic mount antenna allow you to quickly
install your transceiver for temporary use.OperationControls and IndicatorsRefer to controls, indicators and connectors as illustrated
below:A. Front Panel1.Microphone Connector. Allows for convenient
removal of the microphone plug when storage is
required. The...

B.   Rear Panel1.
Antenna Connector. This female connector permits
connection of the transmission line cable male connec-
tor to the transceiver.
2.
External Speaker. The External Speaker Jack is used
for remote receiver monitoring. 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 dis-
connected.
3.
Power:This cable is permanently attached to the radio.
If you wish to remove the radio...

SOUNDTRACKER SYSTEMWhile previous systems only Òblanked outÓ 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 trans-
mission.Sound clarity is measured by the ratio of the signal
level to the noise level. The higher the signal-to-
noise ratio, the better the...

AFew Rules That Should Be Obeyed1.
You are not allowed to carry on a conversation with anoth-
er station for more than five minutes at a time without tak-
ing 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 over-
powering them with illegally amplified transmitter
power or illegally high antennas.
3.
You cant use CB to promote illegal activities.
4.
You are not allowed to use profanity.
5.
You may not play music in your CB.
6.
You may...

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If You Think You Need Service, Call 773-889-3087
“If your product should require factory service please call
Cobra first before sending your unit in. This will ensure
the fastest turnaround 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-pur-
chase, such as  a mechanical reproduction or carbon or a sales
receipt. If you...

ELECTRET CONDENSER MICROPHONE Replacement microphone with 4-pin screw-on connection545-157-N-004$15.00
DC POWER CORD
Exact replacement420-002-N-001$7.00
MOUNTING BRACKET
Exact replacement 250-003-N-001$4.50
MOUNTING BRACKET SCREWS
Exact replacements523-775-9-001$.60 ea
POWER MICROPHONE
Amplified power micCA-75$19.95
POWER/NOISE-CANCELLING MICROPHONE
Amplfied power mic with noise-cancelling designCA-77$39.95
POWER/ECHO MICROPHONE
Amplfied power mic with echo circuitryCA-79$69.95
ATW-400
High performance,...

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