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...) NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL ! 1 mic cord CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN ! How to Use Your Contents Cobra 25 NW Features 1 The CB Story A1 FCC Regulations FCC Warnings Included Accessories Controls & Indicators A2 Our Thanks to You A3 Customer Support Installation Location 2 Mounting and Connection 2 Antennas CB Antenna 6 Marine Installation 6 Ignition Noise Interference 7 Operating Your 25 NW Turning On...
...) NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL ! 1 mic cord CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN ! How to Use Your Contents Cobra 25 NW Features 1 The CB Story A1 FCC Regulations FCC Warnings Included Accessories Controls & Indicators A2 Our Thanks to You A3 Customer Support Installation Location 2 Mounting and Connection 2 Antennas CB Antenna 6 Marine Installation 6 Ignition Noise Interference 7 Operating Your 25 NW Turning On...
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... black wire is the larger of the vehicle. 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 connected to the ignition switch. 4 In a negative grounded vehicle, connect the red lead of the DC power cord to an accessory 12 volt fuse. 5 Connect...
... black wire is the larger of the vehicle. 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 connected to the ignition switch. 4 In a negative grounded vehicle, connect the red lead of the DC power cord to an accessory 12 volt fuse. 5 Connect...
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CHICAGO, ILL.60707 ANT PA.SP. RF SIG 1 3 5 7 9 +30dB Microphone Connector RX 4 TX 3 1 SHIELD 2 AUDIO OFF MIN MAX MIN MAX 8 Attach the 4-pin microphone cable to observe polarity markings. 7 Mount the microphone bracket on front of unit marked "Power". Installation TE OF JUNE 98 FCC ID:BBO3K229LTD COBRA MADE IN CHINA 806135776 PRECISION ENGINEERED PRODUCT OF ELECTRONICS CORP. EXT.SP...
CHICAGO, ILL.60707 ANT PA.SP. RF SIG 1 3 5 7 9 +30dB Microphone Connector RX 4 TX 3 1 SHIELD 2 AUDIO OFF MIN MAX MIN MAX 8 Attach the 4-pin microphone cable to observe polarity markings. 7 Mount the microphone bracket on front of unit marked "Power". Installation TE OF JUNE 98 FCC ID:BBO3K229LTD COBRA MADE IN CHINA 806135776 PRECISION ENGINEERED PRODUCT OF ELECTRONICS CORP. EXT.SP...
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Cobra loaded type antenna models are also available which allow maximum power output. EXT.SP. + POWER- Note 3-way Combination Antennas are highly recommended for most installations. FCC ID:BBO3K229LTD COBRA MADE IN CHINA SERIAL NO.:806135776 PRECISION ENGINEERED PRODUCT OF COBRA ELECTRONICS CORP. Call 773.889.3087 for easy connection. Second choice is provided on the transceiver for further information. 1 A standard antenna connector...
Cobra loaded type antenna models are also available which allow maximum power output. EXT.SP. + POWER- Note 3-way Combination Antennas are highly recommended for most installations. FCC ID:BBO3K229LTD COBRA MADE IN CHINA SERIAL NO.:806135776 PRECISION ENGINEERED PRODUCT OF COBRA ELECTRONICS CORP. Call 773.889.3087 for easy connection. Second choice is provided on the transceiver for further information. 1 A standard antenna connector...
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... the Cobra 25 NW has an automatic noise limiter, in some installations ignition interference may be high enough to make good communications impossible. The primary source of noise in locating the source of electrical noise. Consult your COBRA dealer or a 2-way radio technician for help in automobiles is adequate, the background noise does not present a serious problem...
... the Cobra 25 NW has an automatic noise limiter, in some installations ignition interference may be high enough to make good communications impossible. The primary source of noise in locating the source of electrical noise. Consult your COBRA dealer or a 2-way radio technician for help in automobiles is adequate, the background noise does not present a serious problem...
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Operation Turning On Turning On Make sure the power cord, antenna and microphone are connected to a normal listening level. 8 LTD CLASSIC 2 Rotate the On/Off Volume knob clockwise to their proper connectors before starting. RF SIG 1 3 5 7 9 +30dB 25 NW LTD CLASSIC OFF MIN MAX MIN MAX 1 The CB/PA button should be in the CB position.
Operation Turning On Turning On Make sure the power cord, antenna and microphone are connected to a normal listening level. 8 LTD CLASSIC 2 Rotate the On/Off Volume knob clockwise to their proper connectors before starting. RF SIG 1 3 5 7 9 +30dB 25 NW LTD CLASSIC OFF MIN MAX MIN MAX 1 The CB/PA button should be in the CB position.
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Operation To Receive To Receive LTD CLASSIC 1 Rotate the On/Off Volume knob clockwise the green RX/TX LED will be illiuminated. Selecting A Channel Selecting A Channel Note Switch to 9 (Emergency) or 19 (Information) for instant access to these channels. 25 NW LTD CLASSIC 1 Switch to NOR to select desired channel. 10
Operation To Receive To Receive LTD CLASSIC 1 Rotate the On/Off Volume knob clockwise the green RX/TX LED will be illiuminated. Selecting A Channel Selecting A Channel Note Switch to 9 (Emergency) or 19 (Information) for instant access to these channels. 25 NW LTD CLASSIC 1 Switch to NOR to select desired channel. 10
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... RF Gain Control The RF Gain is used to reduce gain in strong or weak signal areas. RF SIG 1 3 5 7 9 +30dB 25 NW LTD CLASSIC OFF MIN MAX MIN MAX 1 Rotate the RF Gain knob counterclockwise to optimize reception in strong signal areas. MIN MAX MIN MAX 1...Control Dimmer Control LTD CLASSIC SQL Note The Dim controls the brightness of the front panel, signal strenOgth meter and channel display. Note The RF Gain is used to increase gain. 12 In weak signal areas turn clockwise to optimize reception in weak signal areas. counter-clockwise for maximum brightness;
... RF Gain Control The RF Gain is used to reduce gain in strong or weak signal areas. RF SIG 1 3 5 7 9 +30dB 25 NW LTD CLASSIC OFF MIN MAX MIN MAX 1 Rotate the RF Gain knob counterclockwise to optimize reception in strong signal areas. MIN MAX MIN MAX 1...Control Dimmer Control LTD CLASSIC SQL Note The Dim controls the brightness of the front panel, signal strenOgth meter and channel display. Note The RF Gain is used to increase gain. 12 In weak signal areas turn clockwise to optimize reception in weak signal areas. counter-clockwise for maximum brightness;
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...microphone to PA position. 19 Adjust Volume Control for normal listening level. Operation PA (Public Address) PA (Public Address) OF JUNE 98 FCC ID:BBO3K229LTD COBRA MADE IN CHINA 6135776 GINEERED PRODUCT OF TRONICS CORP. RF SIG 1 3 5 7 9 +30dB 25 NW LTD CLASSIC Note Activity on the rear panel. OFF MIN MAX MIN MAX 2 Set... CB PA switch to prevent acoustic feedback. EXT.SP. + POWER- CHICAGO, ...
...microphone to PA position. 19 Adjust Volume Control for normal listening level. Operation PA (Public Address) PA (Public Address) OF JUNE 98 FCC ID:BBO3K229LTD COBRA MADE IN CHINA 6135776 GINEERED PRODUCT OF TRONICS CORP. RF SIG 1 3 5 7 9 +30dB 25 NW LTD CLASSIC Note Activity on the rear panel. OFF MIN MAX MIN MAX 2 Set... CB PA switch to prevent acoustic feedback. EXT.SP. + POWER- CHICAGO, ...
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... activated. MAX When switched to OFF position Noise Blanking Filtration will be turned off. 21 When switched to NB position the RF Noise Blanker is activated, providing increased noise filtration. Operation ANL (Automatic Noise Limiter) Switch RF SIG 1 3 5 7 9 +30dB 25 NW LTD CLASSIC ANL (Automatic Noise Limiter) Switch OFF MIN MAX MIN MAX...
... activated. MAX When switched to OFF position Noise Blanking Filtration will be turned off. 21 When switched to NB position the RF Noise Blanker is activated, providing increased noise filtration. Operation ANL (Automatic Noise Limiter) Switch RF SIG 1 3 5 7 9 +30dB 25 NW LTD CLASSIC ANL (Automatic Noise Limiter) Switch OFF MIN MAX MIN MAX...
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EXT.SP. + POWER- 22 Temporary Mobile Set-Up Temporary Mobile Set-Up Temporary Mobile Operation For temporary mobile operation you to purchase an optional cigarette lighter adapter from your transceiver for temporary use. DATE OF MFG :JUNE 98 FCC ID:BBO3K229LTD COBRA MADE IN CHINA SERIAL NO.:806135776 PRECISION ENGINEERED PRODUCT OF COBRA ELECTRONICS CORP. CHICAGO, ILL.60707 ANT PA.SP. This adapter and a magnetic mount antenna allow you may want to quickly "install" your COBRA dealer.
EXT.SP. + POWER- 22 Temporary Mobile Set-Up Temporary Mobile Set-Up Temporary Mobile Operation For temporary mobile operation you to purchase an optional cigarette lighter adapter from your transceiver for temporary use. DATE OF MFG :JUNE 98 FCC ID:BBO3K229LTD COBRA MADE IN CHINA SERIAL NO.:806135776 PRECISION ENGINEERED PRODUCT OF COBRA ELECTRONICS CORP. CHICAGO, ILL.60707 ANT PA.SP. This adapter and a magnetic mount antenna allow you may want to quickly "install" your COBRA dealer.
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Do not attempt to operate this transceiver by connecting it directly to the corresponding terminals of the power pack. 23 Note For further information call Cobra Customer Service 1.773.889.3087. 1 Simply connect the red (+) and black (-) leads of 2 amps, and a properly installed base station antenna. Warning! Base Station Operation (From 120V AC House Current) +- Home And Office Set-Up Base Station Operation (From 120V AC House Current) To operate your transceiver from home or office you will need a 13.8 volt DC Power Pack rated at a minimum of the transceiver to 120 vac.
Do not attempt to operate this transceiver by connecting it directly to the corresponding terminals of the power pack. 23 Note For further information call Cobra Customer Service 1.773.889.3087. 1 Simply connect the red (+) and black (-) leads of 2 amps, and a properly installed base station antenna. Warning! Base Station Operation (From 120V AC House Current) +- Home And Office Set-Up Base Station Operation (From 120V AC House Current) To operate your transceiver from home or office you will need a 13.8 volt DC Power Pack rated at a minimum of the transceiver to 120 vac.
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... drivers • Get "local information" to channel 9 for emergencies Be sure antenna is required to let others off the air by use of illegally amplified transmitters or illegally high antennas. Channel 9 Emergency Messages Note If no response on channel 9, try channels 19 or 14. F. Transmit... CLIP repeatedly so any monitor can assist. 25 D. Know B. Number. How Your CB Can Serve You • Warn of traffic problems • Provide ...
... drivers • Get "local information" to channel 9 for emergencies Be sure antenna is required to let others off the air by use of illegally amplified transmitters or illegally high antennas. Channel 9 Emergency Messages Note If no response on channel 9, try channels 19 or 14. F. Transmit... CLIP repeatedly so any monitor can assist. 25 D. Know B. Number. How Your CB Can Serve You • Warn of traffic problems • Provide ...
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This unit features advanced Phase Lock Loop (PLL) circuitry providing complete coverage of the most advanced AM two-way radios used as a Class D station in the Citizens Radio Service. CB Freq. Channel In MHz Channel In MHz 1 26.965 21 27.215 2 26.975 22 27.225 3 26.985 23 27.255 4 27.005 24 27... 17 27.165 37 27.375 18 27.175 38 27.385 19 27.185 39 27.395 20 27.205 40 27.405 29 Channel Channel CB Freq. Frequency Ranges The COBRA 25 NW transceiver represents one of all 40 CB...
This unit features advanced Phase Lock Loop (PLL) circuitry providing complete coverage of the most advanced AM two-way radios used as a Class D station in the Citizens Radio Service. CB Freq. Channel In MHz Channel In MHz 1 26.965 21 27.215 2 26.975 22 27.225 3 26.985 23 27.255 4 27.005 24 27... 17 27.165 37 27.375 18 27.175 38 27.385 19 27.185 39 27.395 20 27.205 40 27.405 29 Channel Channel CB Freq. Frequency Ranges The COBRA 25 NW transceiver represents one of all 40 CB...
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... 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; MIN. (NOT SUPPLIED THE PA SPEAKER ALSO MONITORS THE RECEIVER; 25 NW Specifications GENERAL CHANNELS CB - 40 CH FREQUENCY RANGE CB - 26.965 TO...
... 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; MIN. (NOT SUPPLIED THE PA SPEAKER ALSO MONITORS THE RECEIVER; 25 NW Specifications GENERAL CHANNELS CB - 40 CH FREQUENCY RANGE CB - 26.965 TO...
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...repaired or replaced under warranty. including, without charge, repair or replace, at its COBRA CB Radios, and the component parts thereof, will be enforced by proof of the date of first consumer purchase, such as a result of unauthorized alterations or repairs; 3) if the serial number has been altered, defaced or removed; 4) if the owner...which vary from the date of this warranty. COBRA shall not be free of defects in duration to ship the product for warranty service, but the return charges will be liable for period of installation. This warranty may also have other damages;
...repaired or replaced under warranty. including, without charge, repair or replace, at its COBRA CB Radios, and the component parts thereof, will be enforced by proof of the date of first consumer purchase, such as a result of unauthorized alterations or repairs; 3) if the serial number has been altered, defaced or removed; 4) if the owner...which vary from the date of this warranty. COBRA shall not be free of defects in duration to ship the product for warranty service, but the return charges will be liable for period of installation. This warranty may also have other damages;
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...form and fax to : Cobra Accessories Dept. 6500 West...Replacement DC Power Cord Replacement Mounting Bracket Replacement Thumb Screws Replacement Microphone Bracket 21" Base Loaded, Magnetic Mount Antenna 38" Base Loaded Magnetic Mount Antenna 54" Base Loaded Magnetic Mount Antenna 4 Pin Premium Noise-Cancelling Microphone 4 Pin Premium Noise-Cancelling Microphone (Wood Grain) 5 Pin Premium Noise-Cancelling Microphone 4 Pin Replacement Dynamic Microphone 4 Pin Noise-Cancelling Microphone Power Microphone...25.00 and under $4.75 minimum $25.01-$40.00 $6.95 $40.01-$80.00 $9.25 $80.01-$120.00 $10.25...
...form and fax to : Cobra Accessories Dept. 6500 West...Replacement DC Power Cord Replacement Mounting Bracket Replacement Thumb Screws Replacement Microphone Bracket 21" Base Loaded, Magnetic Mount Antenna 38" Base Loaded Magnetic Mount Antenna 54" Base Loaded Magnetic Mount Antenna 4 Pin Premium Noise-Cancelling Microphone 4 Pin Premium Noise-Cancelling Microphone (Wood Grain) 5 Pin Premium Noise-Cancelling Microphone 4 Pin Replacement Dynamic Microphone 4 Pin Noise-Cancelling Microphone Power Microphone...25.00 and under $4.75 minimum $25.01-$40.00 $6.95 $40.01-$80.00 $9.25 $80.01-$120.00 $10.25...
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... approximately 3 to the Cobra factory. You may be returned. 2. Cobra Electronics Corp.© 2001 Printed in . Technical assistance is out of the repair charge or replacement charge. A Consumer Service Representative can assist you by...Part No. 25 NW MAN If you have the product serviced and returned. 1. Cobra Electronics Corporation 6500 West Cortland Street Chicago, IL 60707 If You Think You Need Service For technical assistance, please call our Automated Help Desk which can be sent informing you of warranty a letter will ensure the fastest turn-around time on your repair...
... approximately 3 to the Cobra factory. You may be returned. 2. Cobra Electronics Corp.© 2001 Printed in . Technical assistance is out of the repair charge or replacement charge. A Consumer Service Representative can assist you by...Part No. 25 NW MAN If you have the product serviced and returned. 1. Cobra Electronics Corporation 6500 West Cortland Street Chicago, IL 60707 If You Think You Need Service For technical assistance, please call our Automated Help Desk which can be sent informing you of warranty a letter will ensure the fastest turn-around time on your repair...
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... operating your Cobr CB Radio 5 25 NW RF GAIN DYNA DIM "Ingenious Products for your Cobra radio, even though the FCC no longer requires you to a wide audience). DC power cord 2. CB transceiver 6. FCC Warnings All transmitter adjustments other parts of a unique nature, with this unit) of an FCC-issued General Radio-Telephone Operator's License. Microphone 7. Operating Manual A1 Replacement or substitution of...
... operating your Cobr CB Radio 5 25 NW RF GAIN DYNA DIM "Ingenious Products for your Cobra radio, even though the FCC no longer requires you to a wide audience). DC power cord 2. CB transceiver 6. FCC Warnings All transmitter adjustments other parts of a unique nature, with this unit) of an FCC-issued General Radio-Telephone Operator's License. Microphone 7. Operating Manual A1 Replacement or substitution of...
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... owner's manual. Properly used, this Cobra product will give you many features, please refer to the manual, you still need help, call Cobra Customer Service at : 773.889.3087 Automated Technical Assistance available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Cobra Customer Service ...problems with the product or not understand its many years of reliable service. Our Thanks to : [email protected] Cobra on the World Wide Web: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) can be found on-line at: www.cobraelectronics.com A3 Customer Support Should you for purchasing the Cobra 25 NW CB Radio...
... owner's manual. Properly used, this Cobra product will give you many features, please refer to the manual, you still need help, call Cobra Customer Service at : 773.889.3087 Automated Technical Assistance available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Cobra Customer Service ...problems with the product or not understand its many years of reliable service. Our Thanks to : [email protected] Cobra on the World Wide Web: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) can be found on-line at: www.cobraelectronics.com A3 Customer Support Should you for purchasing the Cobra 25 NW CB Radio...