Operating Instructions
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... by , or under the supervision of, the holder of the repair charge or replacement charge. FCC Warnings All transmitter adjustments other parts of Cobra Electronics Corporation, USA. DC power cord 4. CB transceiver 5. A Consumer Service Representative can assist you by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. 29 LX BT Operating Instructions for your Cobra 29 LX BT CB Radio with Your 29 LX BT 1. Cobra Electronics Corporation™ is also available on your unit to...
... by , or under the supervision of, the holder of the repair charge or replacement charge. FCC Warnings All transmitter adjustments other parts of Cobra Electronics Corporation, USA. DC power cord 4. CB transceiver 5. A Consumer Service Representative can assist you by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. 29 LX BT Operating Instructions for your Cobra 29 LX BT CB Radio with Your 29 LX BT 1. Cobra Electronics Corporation™ is also available on your unit to...
Operating Instructions
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.... This device must accept any problems with Bluetooth® Wireless Technology. Cobra Customer Service Live operators are available M-F 8:00 am - 5:30 pm Central Time at : www.cobra.com 24 20 21 FCC ID:BBO3K229LTD COBRA MADE IN CHINA ANT EXT MIC EXT. Call 773-889-3087 for purchasing the Cobra 29 LX BT CB Radio with the product or not understand...
.... This device must accept any problems with Bluetooth® Wireless Technology. Cobra Customer Service Live operators are available M-F 8:00 am - 5:30 pm Central Time at : www.cobra.com 24 20 21 FCC ID:BBO3K229LTD COBRA MADE IN CHINA ANT EXT MIC EXT. Call 773-889-3087 for purchasing the Cobra 29 LX BT CB Radio with the product or not understand...
Operating Instructions
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... External Push-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...
... External Push-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...
Operating Instructions
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... ID:BBO3K229LTD COBRA MADE IN CHINA ANT EXT MIC EXT. The transceiver is convenient for adjustment at a convenient angle. USB 3 Connect the antenna cable plug to the underside of the dash with the mounting bracket in the universal mounting bracket by two thumbscrews which allow for operation, yet does not interfere with the driver or passenger. Installation Installation Location Location Plan...
... ID:BBO3K229LTD COBRA MADE IN CHINA ANT EXT MIC EXT. The transceiver is convenient for adjustment at a convenient angle. USB 3 Connect the antenna cable plug to the underside of the dash with the mounting bracket in the universal mounting bracket by two thumbscrews which allow for operation, yet does not interfere with the driver or passenger. Installation Installation Location Location Plan...
Operating Instructions
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... heard at speaker. USB 6 Plug power cable into back of unit and install unit in bracket securely. 5 DELTA TUNE T BACK SWR CAL OFF MIN MIN MAX OFF 8 Attach the microphone cable to receptacle on & off. 4 In a negative grounded vehicle, connect the red lead of the DC power cord to an accessory 12 volt fuse. 5 Connect the black lead to...
... heard at speaker. USB 6 Plug power cable into back of unit and install unit in bracket securely. 5 DELTA TUNE T BACK SWR CAL OFF MIN MIN MAX OFF 8 Attach the microphone cable to receptacle on & off. 4 In a negative grounded vehicle, connect the red lead of the DC power cord to an accessory 12 volt fuse. 5 Connect the black lead to...
Operating Instructions
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...-FM & CB), using a single antenna. Cobra loaded type antenna models are highly recommended for easy connection. PTT EXT.SP. +POWER- Call 773889-3087 for further information. 1 A standard antenna connector is on the transceiver for most installations. Even though the Cobra 29 LX BT has an automatic noise limiter, in less than normal transmit and receive range when compared to a Cobra representative. Note Because many...
...-FM & CB), using a single antenna. Cobra loaded type antenna models are highly recommended for easy connection. PTT EXT.SP. +POWER- Call 773889-3087 for further information. 1 A standard antenna connector is on the transceiver for most installations. Even though the Cobra 29 LX BT has an automatic noise limiter, in less than normal transmit and receive range when compared to a Cobra representative. Note Because many...
Operating Instructions
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...PU SH ENTER VOL SQ DYNAMIKE MEM WX ! Setting Channel Selector NB /ANL NB/ANL SWR 1.5 2 3 ANL CAL TX S/ RF S/RF RF RX SWR R SWR /CAL CAL SIG 1 3 5 7 9 +30dB MENU PU SH ENTER VOL SQ DYNAMIKE MEM WX ! RF GA Setting Channel Selector Note Press CB/WX to a normal ... DIM ESC DELTA TUNE T BACK SWR CAL OFF MIN MIN MAX OFF 2 Press the CB/WX button to their proper connectors before starting. OFF MIN MIN 3 Select one of forty channels and adjust volume. Operation Operation Turning On Turning On Make sure the power cord, antenna and microphone are connected to ...
...PU SH ENTER VOL SQ DYNAMIKE MEM WX ! Setting Channel Selector NB /ANL NB/ANL SWR 1.5 2 3 ANL CAL TX S/ RF S/RF RF RX SWR R SWR /CAL CAL SIG 1 3 5 7 9 +30dB MENU PU SH ENTER VOL SQ DYNAMIKE MEM WX ! RF GA Setting Channel Selector Note Press CB/WX to a normal ... DIM ESC DELTA TUNE T BACK SWR CAL OFF MIN MIN MAX OFF 2 Press the CB/WX button to their proper connectors before starting. OFF MIN MIN 3 Select one of forty channels and adjust volume. Operation Operation Turning On Turning On Make sure the power cord, antenna and microphone are connected to ...
Operating Instructions
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... button to select CAL. 10 MIN MAX 4 While holding mic button adjust the SWR CAL knob so the meter swings to the CAL mark on the meter (located on Channels 1 and 40 compared to Channel 20. No one should be made in an open area (never in order to achieve ... adjust the length of the antenna and to monitor the quality of the coaxial cable and all RF connections. Operation Operation Calibrate For SWR (Standing Wave Ratio) Calibrate for more complete information). Vehicle doors must be standing near the antenna. (See your antenna directions for SWR (Standing Wave Ratio) SWR ...
... button to select CAL. 10 MIN MAX 4 While holding mic button adjust the SWR CAL knob so the meter swings to the CAL mark on the meter (located on Channels 1 and 40 compared to Channel 20. No one should be made in an open area (never in order to achieve ... adjust the length of the antenna and to monitor the quality of the coaxial cable and all RF connections. Operation Operation Calibrate For SWR (Standing Wave Ratio) Calibrate for more complete information). Vehicle doors must be standing near the antenna. (See your antenna directions for SWR (Standing Wave Ratio) SWR ...
Operating Instructions
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... unit before transmitting. ting, hold mic button to adjust the desired amount of modulation talk back is present at the speaker during transmit. Be sure the antenna is now activated. Operation Operation To Transmit Caution! To Transmit Setting Dynamike® This controls the microphone sensitivity NB /ANL (outgoiNnBg/AaNLudSW ioRle1.5ve2l). 3 ANL CAL TX S/ RF S/RF RF RX SWR R SWR /CAL CAL...
... unit before transmitting. ting, hold mic button to adjust the desired amount of modulation talk back is present at the speaker during transmit. Be sure the antenna is now activated. Operation Operation To Transmit Caution! To Transmit Setting Dynamike® This controls the microphone sensitivity NB /ANL (outgoiNnBg/AaNLudSW ioRle1.5ve2l). 3 ANL CAL TX S/ RF S/RF RF RX SWR R SWR /CAL CAL...
Operating Instructions
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... to CB standby mode. SWR CAL RF GAIN SCAN DELTA TUNE MEM SCAN CB / WX / PA T BACK DIMYour 29 LX can be CAL TX SET AM-PM SCAN CH 9/ 19 programmed. Menu/Enter Setting the Clock Setting the Using the clock, alarm and countdown functions. SET CLOCK SCAN Note CH ... NB /ANL NB/ANL SWR 1.5 2 3 ANL NB /ANL CAL TX SWR Setting EthXeIATlarm Level 1: Level 2: SET CLOCK KEY TONES NB/ANL SWR 1.5 2 3 ANL SWR /CAL CAL SIG 1 CAL TX VOLSCANSQCH199/ 3 5 7 9 +30dB SMCAE NNU PU SH CH 9/ 19 ENTER DYNAMIKE MEM WX ! eFoalnlodwAiMnsotrruPcMtio. knob is turned off. Note The minutes ...
... to CB standby mode. SWR CAL RF GAIN SCAN DELTA TUNE MEM SCAN CB / WX / PA T BACK DIMYour 29 LX can be CAL TX SET AM-PM SCAN CH 9/ 19 programmed. Menu/Enter Setting the Clock Setting the Using the clock, alarm and countdown functions. SET CLOCK SCAN Note CH ... NB /ANL NB/ANL SWR 1.5 2 3 ANL NB /ANL CAL TX SWR Setting EthXeIATlarm Level 1: Level 2: SET CLOCK KEY TONES NB/ANL SWR 1.5 2 3 ANL SWR /CAL CAL SIG 1 CAL TX VOLSCANSQCH199/ 3 5 7 9 +30dB SMCAE NNU PU SH CH 9/ 19 ENTER DYNAMIKE MEM WX ! eFoalnlodwAiMnsotrruPcMtio. knob is turned off. Note The minutes ...
Operating Instructions
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... DELTA TUNE T BACK DIM ESC WX ! Operation Operation Setting the Once alarm settings are complete, rotate Menu/Enter Alarm continued knob clockwise to Set Snooze and press to Set Key Tones. Test 1- If in Setting the ...output level. instructions in that battery voltage level is NB/ANPLress Dim/Escape buttoNBnA/NAtLNoL reStWuRrn1.5to 2CB 3mode.CAL TX SET KEY TONES SCAN CH 9/ 19 S/ RF SWR /CAL S/RF RF SWR CAL SIG 1 VOL SQ RX ON MEM SCAN OFF ANTENNA ANTENNA 3 5 7 9 +30dB Pe1xr8eitsstoMmeaniun/mEnetneur.knob to check antenna/radio for proper matching. RF Power Output...
... DELTA TUNE T BACK DIM ESC WX ! Operation Operation Setting the Once alarm settings are complete, rotate Menu/Enter Alarm continued knob clockwise to Set Snooze and press to Set Key Tones. Test 1- If in Setting the ...output level. instructions in that battery voltage level is NB/ANPLress Dim/Escape buttoNBnA/NAtLNoL reStWuRrn1.5to 2CB 3mode.CAL TX SET KEY TONES SCAN CH 9/ 19 S/ RF SWR /CAL S/RF RF SWR CAL SIG 1 VOL SQ RX ON MEM SCAN OFF ANTENNA ANTENNA 3 5 7 9 +30dB Pe1xr8eitsstoMmeaniun/mEnetneur.knob to check antenna/radio for proper matching. RF Power Output...
Operating Instructions
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... the 29 LX BT microphone. A tone will sound. Successful pairing will sound to enable the Bluetooth function. B. ESC facturer's instructions. A tone will be disabled while a call is plugged in progress. Press and hold theOBFTF Button for the number you will be downloaded instruction to set contrast.... 4 call . First time pairing with a cell phone: I . TURN CH KNOB TO SET CONTRAST III. OL aSnQd and useDdYNfoArMteIKaEm drivers. The key press and other tones will be heard through the 29 LX BT speaker. 2 Speak into the rear of the unit are in progress ...
... the 29 LX BT microphone. A tone will sound. Successful pairing will sound to enable the Bluetooth function. B. ESC facturer's instructions. A tone will be disabled while a call is plugged in progress. Press and hold theOBFTF Button for the number you will be downloaded instruction to set contrast.... 4 call . First time pairing with a cell phone: I . TURN CH KNOB TO SET CONTRAST III. OL aSnQd and useDdYNfoArMteIKaEm drivers. The key press and other tones will be heard through the 29 LX BT speaker. 2 Speak into the rear of the unit are in progress ...
Operating Instructions
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...supplement warnings by sirens and by the U.S. Your 29 LX BT has a special auto squelch circuit for Press Menu/Enter and select Bluetooth: 1050 Hz tone. If the present WX MIN MAX OFF channel is nearby, the National Weather Service may broadcast a 10 second alert tone. The ...interest groups. When you informed of Commerce. 380 NWR stations are maintained by the National Weather Service Emergency Alert. Department of weather conditions, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 24 25 GAIN DELTA TUNE required in operation by commercial radio and television. NB /ANL SWR 1.5 2 VOL SQ ...
...supplement warnings by sirens and by the U.S. Your 29 LX BT has a special auto squelch circuit for Press Menu/Enter and select Bluetooth: 1050 Hz tone. If the present WX MIN MAX OFF channel is nearby, the National Weather Service may broadcast a 10 second alert tone. The ...interest groups. When you informed of Commerce. 380 NWR stations are maintained by the National Weather Service Emergency Alert. Department of weather conditions, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 24 25 GAIN DELTA TUNE required in operation by commercial radio and television. NB /ANL SWR 1.5 2 VOL SQ ...
Operating Instructions
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... interference. OFF Program Memory Channels Note The radio should be displayed for RX optimum tuning. Note If more than 10 channels are attempted to be programmed, 3 error beeps will be heard and "Memory Full" will be squelched before scan features are activated. SWR /CAL CAL SIG 1 ...the microphone will scan Weather channels. 28 29 Note To remove a channel from memory, go to the unwanted memory channel then press and hold the scan button until Memory icon appears. Select second channel, press and hold Scan/MemScan button. NB /ANL Setting Delta Tune NB/ANL SWR 1.5...
... interference. OFF Program Memory Channels Note The radio should be displayed for RX optimum tuning. Note If more than 10 channels are attempted to be programmed, 3 error beeps will be heard and "Memory Full" will be squelched before scan features are activated. SWR /CAL CAL SIG 1 ...the microphone will scan Weather channels. 28 29 Note To remove a channel from memory, go to the unwanted memory channel then press and hold the scan button until Memory icon appears. Select second channel, press and hold Scan/MemScan button. NB /ANL Setting Delta Tune NB/ANL SWR 1.5...
Operating Instructions
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... is used to connect the supplied external microphone for remote receiver monitoring. PTT EXT.SP. +POWER- Note USB Output: This jack is automatically disconnected. Operation Setting Squelch Continued Gate set to Desired Squelch Setting (DSS) R STRONG SIGNALS MEDIUM SIGNALS WEAK SIGNALS NOISE G AT E 3 To achieve the Desired Squelch Setting (DSS), turn the control clockwise just until you hear...
... is used to connect the supplied external microphone for remote receiver monitoring. PTT EXT.SP. +POWER- Note USB Output: This jack is automatically disconnected. Operation Setting Squelch Continued Gate set to Desired Squelch Setting (DSS) R STRONG SIGNALS MEDIUM SIGNALS WEAK SIGNALS NOISE G AT E 3 To achieve the Desired Squelch Setting (DSS), turn the control clockwise just until you hear...
Operating Instructions
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... mobile operation you will need a 13.2 volt DC Power Pack rated at a minimum of 2 amps, and a properly installed base station antenna. PTT EXT.SP. +POWER- Temporary Mobile Set-Up FCC ID:BBO3K229LTD COBRA MADE IN CHINA ANT EXT MIC EXT. Be sure to 120V AC. Note For further information call Cobra Customer Service 1.773.889.3087. +- 1 Simply connect the red...
... mobile operation you will need a 13.2 volt DC Power Pack rated at a minimum of 2 amps, and a properly installed base station antenna. PTT EXT.SP. +POWER- Temporary Mobile Set-Up FCC ID:BBO3K229LTD COBRA MADE IN CHINA ANT EXT MIC EXT. Be sure to 120V AC. Note For further information call Cobra Customer Service 1.773.889.3087. +- 1 Simply connect the red...
Operating Instructions
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...antennas. E. F. Give details and help in building at 539 Main, Evanston." No "Attention motorists. C. Number. "Post number 10. Yes "Four car accident on I -95 at Exit 11. Send police and ambulance." Set to promote illegal activities. CB Distress Data When transmitting...a CB. Selling of merchandise and/or services is required to let others off the air by reporting erratic drivers • Get "local information" to find destination • Communicate with home or office • Assist police by use CB to channel 9 for channel 9. Trapped?
...antennas. E. F. Give details and help in building at 539 Main, Evanston." No "Attention motorists. C. Number. "Post number 10. Yes "Four car accident on I -95 at Exit 11. Send police and ambulance." Set to promote illegal activities. CB Distress Data When transmitting...a CB. Selling of merchandise and/or services is required to let others off the air by reporting erratic drivers • Get "local information" to find destination • Communicate with home or office • Assist police by use CB to channel 9 for channel 9. Trapped?
Operating Instructions
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...channel 10-60 What is next message number? 10-62 Unable to mic 10-93 Check my frequency on this station 10-35 Confidential information...Code Meaning 10-29 Time is up for contact 10-30 Does not conform to FCC rules 10-33 Emergency traffic 10-34 Trouble at this channel... 10-94 Give me a long count 10-99 Mission completed, all units secure 10-200 Police needed 10-39 Message delivered 10-41 Turn to channel...by Out of service, leaving In service, subject to channel Identify your next...
...channel 10-60 What is next message number? 10-62 Unable to mic 10-93 Check my frequency on this station 10-35 Confidential information...Code Meaning 10-29 Time is up for contact 10-30 Does not conform to FCC rules 10-33 Emergency traffic 10-34 Trouble at this channel... 10-94 Give me a long count 10-99 Mission completed, all units secure 10-200 Police needed 10-39 Message delivered 10-41 Turn to channel...by Out of service, leaving In service, subject to channel Identify your next...
Operating Instructions
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...Frequency Ranges 29 LX BT Specifications The Cobra 29 LX BT transceiver represents one of all 40 CB channels. Channel Channel CB Freq. 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 dynamic INPUT VOLTAGE 13.2VDC nom. (positive or negative ground) Current Drain Transmit: AM full mod...1µV Audio Output Power 4 watts Frequency Response 300 to 50,000 microvolts RF Gain range 40 db Noise Blanker RF type Squelch Adjustable; Channel In MHz Channel In MHz Channel In MHz...
...Frequency Ranges 29 LX BT Specifications The Cobra 29 LX BT transceiver represents one of all 40 CB channels. Channel Channel CB Freq. 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 dynamic INPUT VOLTAGE 13.2VDC nom. (positive or negative ground) Current Drain Transmit: AM full mod...1µV Audio Output Power 4 watts Frequency Response 300 to 50,000 microvolts RF Gain range 40 db Noise Blanker RF type Squelch Adjustable; Channel In MHz Channel In MHz Channel In MHz...
Operating Instructions
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..., without charge, repair or replace, at its Cobra CB Radios, and the component parts thereof, will be free of defects in duration to the length of this warranty. 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 the...
..., without charge, repair or replace, at its Cobra CB Radios, and the component parts thereof, will be free of defects in duration to the length of this warranty. 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 the...