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... Your Cobra 29 LX CAMO Contents Features ...1 The CB Story A1 FCC Regulations, FCC Warnings & Included Accessories Controls & Indicators A2 Our Thanks to You A3 Customer Support Installation Location & Mounting/Connection 2 Antennas CB Antenna & Marine Installation 6 Ignition Noise Interference 7 Operating Your 29 LX CAMO 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...
... Your Cobra 29 LX CAMO Contents Features ...1 The CB Story A1 FCC Regulations, FCC Warnings & Included Accessories Controls & Indicators A2 Our Thanks to You A3 Customer Support Installation Location & Mounting/Connection 2 Antennas CB Antenna & Marine Installation 6 Ignition Noise Interference 7 Operating Your 29 LX CAMO 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...
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... back of transceiver and microphone bracket before starting the installation. Installation Installation Location Location Plan location of the unit. 2 Drill the holes and secure the bracket. 2 continued 3 The transceiver is convenient for adjustment at a convenient angle. The bracket includes two selftapping screws and star washers. The mounting must be mechanically strong, conveniently located. 3 Connect the antenna cable plug to the...
... back of transceiver and microphone bracket before starting the installation. Installation Installation Location Location Plan location of the unit. 2 Drill the holes and secure the bracket. 2 continued 3 The transceiver is convenient for adjustment at a convenient angle. The bracket includes two selftapping screws and star washers. The mounting must be mechanically strong, conveniently located. 3 Connect the antenna cable plug to the...
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...install unit in bracket securely. 5 Note If microphone is not connected, audio will self test the emergency weather alert automatically when ignition is turned on either side of the unit (driver's left on & off. 4 In a negative grounded vehicle, connect the red lead of the DC power cord to an accessory 12 volt fuse... to an accessory fuse prevents the unit from being left ) using two screws supplied. Note In positive ground vehicles the red wire goes to observe polarity markings. 7 Mount the microphone bracket on . Be sure to the chassis and the black wire is usually the chassis...
...install unit in bracket securely. 5 Note If microphone is not connected, audio will self test the emergency weather alert automatically when ignition is turned on either side of the unit (driver's left on & off. 4 In a negative grounded vehicle, connect the red lead of the DC power cord to an accessory 12 volt fuse... to an accessory fuse prevents the unit from being left ) using two screws supplied. Note In positive ground vehicles the red wire goes to observe polarity markings. 7 Mount the microphone bracket on . Be sure to the chassis and the black wire is usually the chassis...
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... impossible. Even though the Cobra 29 LX CAMO has an automatic noise limiter, in less than normal transmit and receive range when compared to the chassis via a ground strap, if the antenna is mounted on the mirror bracket. passenger cars the ideal anten- For models with the vehicle's engine turned off. Consult your dealer for information regarding an adequate grounding system...
... impossible. Even though the Cobra 29 LX CAMO has an automatic noise limiter, in less than normal transmit and receive range when compared to the chassis via a ground strap, if the antenna is mounted on the mirror bracket. passenger cars the ideal anten- For models with the vehicle's engine turned off. Consult your dealer for information regarding an adequate grounding system...
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...SH ENTER VOL SQ DYNAMIKE Setting Channel Selector MEM WX ! The selected channel (1 through 40) will be indicated by the readout directly above the channel selector knob NB /ANL NB/ANL SWR 1.5 2 3 ANL CAL TX S/ RF S/RF RF RX SWR WR /CAL CAL SIG ...Turning On Turning On Make sure the power cord, antenna and microphone are connected to their proper connectors before starting. 1 Rotate the On/Off Volume knob clockwise to turn unit on and adjust to select CB, weather channels or PA (public address) modes. RF GAIN SCAN MEM SCAN CB / WX / PA CH 9/ 19 DIM ESC DELTA TUNE T BACK SWR...
...SH ENTER VOL SQ DYNAMIKE Setting Channel Selector MEM WX ! The selected channel (1 through 40) will be indicated by the readout directly above the channel selector knob NB /ANL NB/ANL SWR 1.5 2 3 ANL CAL TX S/ RF S/RF RF RX SWR WR /CAL CAL SIG ...Turning On Turning On Make sure the power cord, antenna and microphone are connected to their proper connectors before starting. 1 Rotate the On/Off Volume knob clockwise to turn unit on and adjust to select CB, weather channels or PA (public address) modes. RF GAIN SCAN MEM SCAN CB / WX / PA CH 9/ 19 DIM ESC DELTA TUNE T BACK SWR...
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... TUNE T BACK SWR CAL Note Calibration must be standing near the antenna. (See your antenna directions for SWR (Standing Wave Ratio) SWR calibration is critical in a garage). No one should be closed. OFF continued 11 OFF MIN 2 Press SWR/CAL button to select CAL. 10 MIN MAX 4 While holding mic button adjust the SWR CAL knob so the meter swings to Channel...
... TUNE T BACK SWR CAL Note Calibration must be standing near the antenna. (See your antenna directions for SWR (Standing Wave Ratio) SWR calibration is critical in a garage). No one should be closed. OFF continued 11 OFF MIN 2 Press SWR/CAL button to select CAL. 10 MIN MAX 4 While holding mic button adjust the SWR CAL knob so the meter swings to Channel...
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... from your mouth and speak in some conditions. 2 Push and hold mic button to the radio before transmitting. 1 Select desired channel. Transmit PUSH & HOLD Operation Setting Dynamike® This controls the microphone sensitivity (outgoing audio level). Operation To Transmit To Transmit Caution! Prolonged transmitting without an antenna, or a poorly matched antenna, could cause damage to receive. 14 15 Dynamike may have to read...
... from your mouth and speak in some conditions. 2 Push and hold mic button to the radio before transmitting. 1 Select desired channel. Transmit PUSH & HOLD Operation Setting Dynamike® This controls the microphone sensitivity (outgoing audio level). Operation To Transmit To Transmit Caution! Prolonged transmitting without an antenna, or a poorly matched antenna, could cause damage to receive. 14 15 Dynamike may have to read...
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...then to constant 12V to CB standby mode. NB/ANL SWR 1.5 2 3 SET AM-PM ANL CAL TX PprreosgsraMmemnue/dE.nter knob to select feature to program. SWR CAL RF GAIN SCAN DELTA TUNE MEM SCAN CB / WX / PA T BACK DIM ESC SWR CAL MEM WX ! Note The minutes will appear if ... TX NBS/CAANL CH 9/ SW 19 R 1.5 2 3 CAL SCAN CH 9/ 19 ANL DISPLAY COLOR RADIO CHECK S/RF ALARM CLOCK RX OFF S/RF SWR RF MIN RX S/RF OFF ANL S/RF SWR RF MINMIN RX MAX S/ RF BRIGHTNESS SETTINGS SET COUNT DOWN SWR/CAL CAL SIG 1 3 5 7 9 +30dB M ESNWU RP/UCASLH CAL ENTER MSEIMG 1 3 WX ! 5 7 9 ...
...then to constant 12V to CB standby mode. NB/ANL SWR 1.5 2 3 SET AM-PM ANL CAL TX PprreosgsraMmemnue/dE.nter knob to select feature to program. SWR CAL RF GAIN SCAN DELTA TUNE MEM SCAN CB / WX / PA T BACK DIM ESC SWR CAL MEM WX ! Note The minutes will appear if ... TX NBS/CAANL CH 9/ SW 19 R 1.5 2 3 CAL SCAN CH 9/ 19 ANL DISPLAY COLOR RADIO CHECK S/RF ALARM CLOCK RX OFF S/RF SWR RF MIN RX S/RF OFF ANL S/RF SWR RF MINMIN RX MAX S/ RF BRIGHTNESS SETTINGS SET COUNT DOWN SWR/CAL CAL SIG 1 3 5 7 9 +30dB M ESNWU RP/UCASLH CAL ENTER MSEIMG 1 3 WX ! 5 7 9 ...
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...TUNE T BACK DIM ESC WX ! SET KEY TONES TO CHECK CB Standby mode. Select Enter toReFxiGtA, IrNeturn DtoELSTeAtTSUnNEoozeT oBrACAKlarmSCWALR Radio Check Mode Allows testing of that battery voltage level is set Test 3- If 10 seconds pass or if Enter button pressed, go to Set Key Tones. button pressed, testing is outside limits. 1 RF POWER OUTPUT 2 NB/ANL SWR...to check antenna/radio for return to 15.8 V. Outside of important radio functions. MIN MAX OFF 2 3 Setting the Setting the Count Down Timer Note Press Push-To-Talk within 10 Count Down To set alarm ...
...TUNE T BACK DIM ESC WX ! SET KEY TONES TO CHECK CB Standby mode. Select Enter toReFxiGtA, IrNeturn DtoELSTeAtTSUnNEoozeT oBrACAKlarmSCWALR Radio Check Mode Allows testing of that battery voltage level is set Test 3- If 10 seconds pass or if Enter button pressed, go to Set Key Tones. button pressed, testing is outside limits. 1 RF POWER OUTPUT 2 NB/ANL SWR...to check antenna/radio for return to 15.8 V. Outside of important radio functions. MIN MAX OFF 2 3 Setting the Setting the Count Down Timer Note Press Push-To-Talk within 10 Count Down To set alarm ...
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... SCAN CB / WX / PA CH 9/ 19 DIM ESC DELTA TUNE T BACK SWR CAL Your 29 LX has a special auto squelch circuit for the strongest WX channel and auto change to receive a listing of NOAA 'Weather Radio Transmitter locations, contact your OFF MIN squelch control. The 10 National.... 22 23 When you to monitor CB frequencies SWR 1a.5nd2 3 still be able to supplement warnings by sirens and by the National Weather Service Emergency Alert. NOAA Weather Radio (NWR) is turned off (see page 22): the unit is a service of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (...
... SCAN CB / WX / PA CH 9/ 19 DIM ESC DELTA TUNE T BACK SWR CAL Your 29 LX has a special auto squelch circuit for the strongest WX channel and auto change to receive a listing of NOAA 'Weather Radio Transmitter locations, contact your OFF MIN squelch control. The 10 National.... 22 23 When you to monitor CB frequencies SWR 1a.5nd2 3 still be able to supplement warnings by sirens and by the National Weather Service Emergency Alert. NOAA Weather Radio (NWR) is turned off (see page 22): the unit is a service of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (...
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... Menu/Enter knob to select On/Off and exit Note NB/ANL SWR 1.5 2 3 Press DiAmNL/Escape CAL TX S/bRuF ttonSt/oRFretRuFrn to original factory settings. Displays current software version and returns Version/Factory unit to CB mode. RX RADIO CHECK SWR OFF SETTINGS SWR/CAL CAL SIG 1 3 5 7 9 +30dB MENU PU SH ENTER SOFTWARE VER VOL SQ...
... Menu/Enter knob to select On/Off and exit Note NB/ANL SWR 1.5 2 3 Press DiAmNL/Escape CAL TX S/bRuF ttonSt/oRFretRuFrn to original factory settings. Displays current software version and returns Version/Factory unit to CB mode. RX RADIO CHECK SWR OFF SETTINGS SWR/CAL CAL SIG 1 3 5 7 9 +30dB MENU PU SH ENTER SOFTWARE VER VOL SQ...
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... ignition interference. NB-ANL/OFF (Noise Blanker/Automatic Program Memory Channels Noise Limiter) Button Set first channel. Select second channel, press and hold Scan/MemScan button. ANL S/ RF S/RF RF RX NB /ANL MEM SCAN CB / WX / PA DIM 1 SWR /CAL VOL SIG 1 SQ 3 5 79 DYNAMIKE +30dB ... error beeps will be heard and "Memory Full" will be turned off . RF Gain Control Note The RF Gain is also activated, providingOFFincreasedMIN noise filtration. RF GAIN SCAN MEM SCAN CB / WX / PA CH 9/ 19 DIM ESC DELTA TUNE T BACK SWR CAL Program Memory Channels Note The radio should...
... ignition interference. NB-ANL/OFF (Noise Blanker/Automatic Program Memory Channels Noise Limiter) Button Set first channel. Select second channel, press and hold Scan/MemScan button. ANL S/ RF S/RF RF RX NB /ANL MEM SCAN CB / WX / PA DIM 1 SWR /CAL VOL SIG 1 SQ 3 5 79 DYNAMIKE +30dB ... error beeps will be heard and "Memory Full" will be turned off . RF Gain Control Note The RF Gain is also activated, providingOFFincreasedMIN noise filtration. RF GAIN SCAN MEM SCAN CB / WX / PA CH 9/ 19 DIM ESC DELTA TUNE T BACK SWR CAL Program Memory Channels Note The radio should...
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Operation External Speaker The external speaker jack is the DSS setting. Operation Setting Squelch Continued Gate set to the external speaker jack on the rear panel. This is used for remote receiver monitoring. Note The external ... the Desired Squelch Setting (DSS), turn the control clockwise just until you hear noise. Note Cobra external speakers are rated at least 4.0 watts. S/RF Meter This meter swings proportionately to handle at 10 watts. 1 The S/RF-SWR-CAL button must be rated to the RF output (outgoing signal) while transmitting. Now turn the Squelch control...
Operation External Speaker The external speaker jack is the DSS setting. Operation Setting Squelch Continued Gate set to the external speaker jack on the rear panel. This is used for remote receiver monitoring. Note The external ... the Desired Squelch Setting (DSS), turn the control clockwise just until you hear noise. Note Cobra external speakers are rated at least 4.0 watts. S/RF Meter This meter swings proportionately to handle at 10 watts. 1 The S/RF-SWR-CAL button must be rated to the RF output (outgoing signal) while transmitting. Now turn the Squelch control...
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... use. Be sure to quickly "install" your COBRA dealer. This adapter and a magnetic mount antenna allow you to observe polarity markings. 3 Connect properly installed and matched base station antenna. Do not attempt to operate this...power pack. 34 35 Temporary Mobile Set-Up 1 Simply connect the red (+) and black (-) leads of the transceiver to the corresponding terminals of 2 amps, and a properly installed base station antenna. Temporary Mobile Set-Up 2 Plug power cable into back of unit marked "Power". Warning! Note For further information call Cobra Customer Service...
... use. Be sure to quickly "install" your COBRA dealer. This adapter and a magnetic mount antenna allow you to observe polarity markings. 3 Connect properly installed and matched base station antenna. Do not attempt to operate this...power pack. 34 35 Temporary Mobile Set-Up 1 Simply connect the red (+) and black (-) leads of the transceiver to the corresponding terminals of 2 amps, and a properly installed base station antenna. Temporary Mobile Set-Up 2 Plug power cable into back of unit marked "Power". Warning! Note For further information call Cobra Customer Service...
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...• Suggest spots to channel 9 for channel 9. Set to eat and sleep •...drivers • Get "local information" to 6 inches." Type. Selling of an emergency • Provide direct contact with home or office • Assist police 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. • Warn of traffic problems • Provide weather and road data • Provide help needed. No "Out of gas in event of merchandise and/or services is not allowed. You may not transmit...
...• Suggest spots to channel 9 for channel 9. Set to eat and sleep •...drivers • Get "local information" to 6 inches." Type. Selling of an emergency • Provide direct contact with home or office • Assist police 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. • Warn of traffic problems • Provide weather and road data • Provide help needed. No "Out of gas in event of merchandise and/or services is not allowed. You may not transmit...
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...-26 10-27 10-28 Meaning Receiving poorly Receiving well Stop transmitting OK, message received Relay message Busy, stand by Out of service, leaving In service, subject to call Repeat message Transmission completed standing by Completed last...closer to mic 10-93 Check my frequency on this station 10-35 Confidential information 10-36 Correct time is 10-37 Wrecker needed at 10-38 Ambulance needed 10-39 Message delivered 10-41 Turn to channel 10-...to 10-64 Net clear 10-65 Awaiting your station Code Meaning 10-29 Time is Call by phone Report in noisy areas. How Your CB Can Serve You CB...
...-26 10-27 10-28 Meaning Receiving poorly Receiving well Stop transmitting OK, message received Relay message Busy, stand by Out of service, leaving In service, subject to call Repeat message Transmission completed standing by Completed last...closer to mic 10-93 Check my frequency on this station 10-35 Confidential information 10-36 Correct time is 10-37 Wrecker needed at 10-38 Ambulance needed 10-39 Message delivered 10-41 Turn to channel 10-...to 10-64 Net clear 10-65 Awaiting your station Code Meaning 10-29 Time is Call by phone Report in noisy areas. How Your CB Can Serve You CB...
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... RANGE -30° C TO + 50° C MICROPHONE Plug-in Speaker 8 ohms, 5w External Speaker (Not supplied 8 ohms; Channel Channel CB Freq. full audio output, 1.2A (nominal) Size 8-5/8" D x 7-9/32" W x 2-13/63" H Weight 4 lbs. Antenna Connector UHF; WX Freq. separate jack provided (SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE) 40 41 Frequency Ranges 29 LX CAMO Specifications The Cobra 29 LX CAMO transceiver represents one of all 40 CB...
... RANGE -30° C TO + 50° C MICROPHONE Plug-in Speaker 8 ohms, 5w External Speaker (Not supplied 8 ohms; Channel Channel CB Freq. full audio output, 1.2A (nominal) Size 8-5/8" D x 7-9/32" W x 2-13/63" H Weight 4 lbs. Antenna Connector UHF; WX Freq. separate jack provided (SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE) 40 41 Frequency Ranges 29 LX CAMO Specifications The Cobra 29 LX CAMO transceiver represents one of all 40 CB...
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... and fitness for period of two (2) years from Cobra. 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 741-080-9-001 21" Base Loaded Magnet Mount Antenna HG A1000 38" Base Loaded Magnet Mount Antenna HG A1500 Dynamic External Speaker HG S100 Noise...
... and fitness for period of two (2) years from Cobra. 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 741-080-9-001 21" Base Loaded Magnet Mount Antenna HG A1000 38" Base Loaded Magnet Mount Antenna HG A1500 Dynamic External Speaker HG S100 Noise...
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... Comes Close to : Cobra Factory Service, Cobra Electronics Corporation, 6500 W. RF GAIN SCAN MEM SCAN CB / WX / PA CH 9/ 19 DIM ESC DELTA TUNE T BACK SWR CAL OFF MIN MIN MAX OFF 3 cb tranceiver 4 5 29 LX CAMO Operating Instructions for assistance. DC power cord 3 Transceiver bracket 7. Include a typed or clearly print name and address of the repair charge or replacement charge. Patent No. You...
... Comes Close to : Cobra Factory Service, Cobra Electronics Corporation, 6500 W. RF GAIN SCAN MEM SCAN CB / WX / PA CH 9/ 19 DIM ESC DELTA TUNE T BACK SWR CAL OFF MIN MIN MAX OFF 3 cb tranceiver 4 5 29 LX CAMO Operating Instructions for assistance. DC power cord 3 Transceiver bracket 7. Include a typed or clearly print name and address of the repair charge or replacement charge. Patent No. You...
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... Tune 8. RX (Receive)/TX (Transmit), Indicators 16. Public Address Speaker Jack 21. Properly used, this Cobra product will give you Operation Customer eWnarracntoy unter any problems with part 15 of reliable service. NOTE This device complies with the prodAusscistatncoe r not understand its many years of the FCC Rules. Call 773-889-3087 for purchasing the Cobra 29 LX CAMO CB Radio...
... Tune 8. RX (Receive)/TX (Transmit), Indicators 16. Public Address Speaker Jack 21. Properly used, this Cobra product will give you Operation Customer eWnarracntoy unter any problems with part 15 of reliable service. NOTE This device complies with the prodAusscistatncoe r not understand its many years of the FCC Rules. Call 773-889-3087 for purchasing the Cobra 29 LX CAMO CB Radio...