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HH38 WX ST Operating Instructions for your Cobra HH 38 WX ST Citizens Band 2-Way Handheld CB Radio Lock PwrSaver DW Func CB/WX CH9/19 Scan "Ingenious Products for Easier Communication."
HH38 WX ST Operating Instructions for your Cobra HH 38 WX ST Citizens Band 2-Way Handheld CB Radio Lock PwrSaver DW Func CB/WX CH9/19 Scan "Ingenious Products for Easier Communication."
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... between the shortwave broadcast and 10-meter Amateur radio bands, and was opened in 1949. You should read and understand Part 95 (included with Your HH 38 WX ST 1. Removable Belt Clip 3. High Efficiency Antenna 2. Thus, advertising is not allowed on CB Channels because that is "broadcasting." Wrist Strap 4. 12 Volt Cigarette Lighter Plug 5. Replacement or substitution of transistors, regular...
... between the shortwave broadcast and 10-meter Amateur radio bands, and was opened in 1949. You should read and understand Part 95 (included with Your HH 38 WX ST 1. Removable Belt Clip 3. High Efficiency Antenna 2. Thus, advertising is not allowed on CB Channels because that is "broadcasting." Wrist Strap 4. 12 Volt Cigarette Lighter Plug 5. Replacement or substitution of transistors, regular...
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... Microphone Jack 7. PTT (Push To Talk ) Key 13. LCD Display Panel 15. SoundTracker® "Cuts noise coming in...strengthens signals going out." This Patent pending technology dramatically improves transmission and reception of reliable service. Squelch Control 3. Channel ...POWER 14 15 19 Lock Pwr Saver DW Func 16 20 CB/WX CH9/19 Scan 17 18 SPK 5 MIC 6 78 DC13.8V 9 10 LIGHT CH 11 12 PTT 21 13 Thank you encounter any problems with the product or not understand its many years of CB signals. Customer Support Should you for purchasing the Cobra HH 38 WX ST...
... Microphone Jack 7. PTT (Push To Talk ) Key 13. LCD Display Panel 15. SoundTracker® "Cuts noise coming in...strengthens signals going out." This Patent pending technology dramatically improves transmission and reception of reliable service. Squelch Control 3. Channel ...POWER 14 15 19 Lock Pwr Saver DW Func 16 20 CB/WX CH9/19 Scan 17 18 SPK 5 MIC 6 78 DC13.8V 9 10 LIGHT CH 11 12 PTT 21 13 Thank you encounter any problems with the product or not understand its many years of CB signals. Customer Support Should you for purchasing the Cobra HH 38 WX ST...
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... Use Your Cobra HH 38 WX ST Contents Features 1 The CB Story A1 FCC Regulations Included Accessories Controls & Indicators A2 Our Thanks to You A3 SoundTracker® System Customer Support Operating Your HH 38 WX ST Antenna 2 Battery Installation 3 Belt Clip 3 Turning on Your CB 4 Setting Squelch 4 Selecting a Channel 6 LCD Display 7 Transmit/Receive 8 One Touch Channel 9 & 19 10 All Channel Scan 11 Dual Watch 12 Weather Channels 14 Power High...
... Use Your Cobra HH 38 WX ST Contents Features 1 The CB Story A1 FCC Regulations Included Accessories Controls & Indicators A2 Our Thanks to You A3 SoundTracker® System Customer Support Operating Your HH 38 WX ST Antenna 2 Battery Installation 3 Belt Clip 3 Turning on Your CB 4 Setting Squelch 4 Selecting a Channel 6 LCD Display 7 Transmit/Receive 8 One Touch Channel 9 & 19 10 All Channel Scan 11 Dual Watch 12 Weather Channels 14 Power High...
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... to remove. 1 Slide belt clip up on the LCD display. 3 Replace cover. NiCD rechargeable batteries should be charged a minimum of 1.2 vdc, 750 Mah. charging the BATTERY icon 2 Install batteries by polarity markings. The HH 38 WX ST requires 9"AA"alkaline or NiCD batteries (not included with a CA-45C ... slides down to both the unit and the batteries. Attach Antenna 1 Insert. 40 FUNC PWR SAVE WX SCAN DW EMG SIGNAL POWER Lock Pwr Saver DW Func CB/WX CH9/19 Scan 2 Turn clockwise. 1⁄4 turn. Operation Attach Antenna Note To increase range as a portable, use CA41 telescopic...
... to remove. 1 Slide belt clip up on the LCD display. 3 Replace cover. NiCD rechargeable batteries should be charged a minimum of 1.2 vdc, 750 Mah. charging the BATTERY icon 2 Install batteries by polarity markings. The HH 38 WX ST requires 9"AA"alkaline or NiCD batteries (not included with a CA-45C ... slides down to both the unit and the batteries. Attach Antenna 1 Insert. 40 FUNC PWR SAVE WX SCAN DW EMG SIGNAL POWER Lock Pwr Saver DW Func CB/WX CH9/19 Scan 2 Turn clockwise. 1⁄4 turn. Operation Attach Antenna Note To increase range as a portable, use CA41 telescopic...
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... SIGNALS NOISE GATE OPEN Squelch Volume Gate set to Desired Squelch Setting (DSS) STRONG SIGNALS Off MEDIUM SIGNALS ;;;;;;;; 3 To achieve the Desired Squelch Setting (DSS), turn the Squelch control counterclockwise until the noise stops. Operation Operation Turning On Turning On Rotate ON - GATE CLOSED 4 ...SIGNALS WEAK SIGNALS Squelch Volume Squelch Volume Off Off 1 Turn volume up louder than normal. 2 Fully clockwise closes the "gate", allowing no incoming signals. WEAK SIGNALS NOISE G AT E 5 Now turn on the HH 38 WX ST , a series of tones will be heard and the ...
... SIGNALS NOISE GATE OPEN Squelch Volume Gate set to Desired Squelch Setting (DSS) STRONG SIGNALS Off MEDIUM SIGNALS ;;;;;;;; 3 To achieve the Desired Squelch Setting (DSS), turn the Squelch control counterclockwise until the noise stops. Operation Operation Turning On Turning On Rotate ON - GATE CLOSED 4 ...SIGNALS WEAK SIGNALS Squelch Volume Squelch Volume Off Off 1 Turn volume up louder than normal. 2 Fully clockwise closes the "gate", allowing no incoming signals. WEAK SIGNALS NOISE G AT E 5 Now turn on the HH 38 WX ST , a series of tones will be heard and the ...
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Operation Transmit/Receive Transmit / Receive Stop Antenna must be LIGHT installed before TX CH Note While PTT button is received. 9 PUSH & PTT HOLD 1 To transmit, push and hold PTT button. When you are receiving an incoming signal, the strength of that... TRANSMISSION POWER METER will be displayed on the bar graph. FUNC 40 PWR Note During transmit, your outgoing transmission power is released. The INCOMING SIGNAL STRENGTH METER will be displayed when transmitting. 8 Operation 3 Hold mic about 2 inches from 2 inches away mouth. FUNC 40 SIGNAL Note Your HH38 WX ST is ...
Operation Transmit/Receive Transmit / Receive Stop Antenna must be LIGHT installed before TX CH Note While PTT button is received. 9 PUSH & PTT HOLD 1 To transmit, push and hold PTT button. When you are receiving an incoming signal, the strength of that... TRANSMISSION POWER METER will be displayed on the bar graph. FUNC 40 PWR Note During transmit, your outgoing transmission power is released. The INCOMING SIGNAL STRENGTH METER will be displayed when transmitting. 8 Operation 3 Hold mic about 2 inches from 2 inches away mouth. FUNC 40 SIGNAL Note Your HH38 WX ST is ...
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...Push CH 9/19 once for channel 9. The channels will terminate scan mode. 11 Pressing PTT key or scan key will index. All Channel Scan To scan all 40 channels: 1 Set Desired Squelch Setting (DSS). Scan All Channel Scan Note When an incoming transmission is received the HH 38 WX ST will stop scanning, push SCAN...WX SCAN DW SIGNAL Lock Pwr Saver DW Func CB/WX CH9/19 Scan PUSH & RELEASE DW 2 Push CH 9/19 twice for Channel 19. 10 FUNC 7 PWR SAVE WX SCAN DW SIGNAL Lock Pwr Saver DW Func CB/WX CH9/19 Scan PUSH A 3RD TIME DW 3 To return to Channels 9 (emergency) and 19 (information...
...Push CH 9/19 once for channel 9. The channels will terminate scan mode. 11 Pressing PTT key or scan key will index. All Channel Scan To scan all 40 channels: 1 Set Desired Squelch Setting (DSS). Scan All Channel Scan Note When an incoming transmission is received the HH 38 WX ST will stop scanning, push SCAN...WX SCAN DW SIGNAL Lock Pwr Saver DW Func CB/WX CH9/19 Scan PUSH & RELEASE DW 2 Push CH 9/19 twice for Channel 19. 10 FUNC 7 PWR SAVE WX SCAN DW SIGNAL Lock Pwr Saver DW Func CB/WX CH9/19 Scan PUSH A 3RD TIME DW 3 To return to Channels 9 (emergency) and 19 (information...
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... Operation Dual Watch Note To set Desired Squelch Setting (DSS) see Setting Squelch on . CHANNEL UP/ FUNC PWR SAVE WX SCAN Lock Pwr Saver DW Func CB/WX CH9/19 Scan PRESS & RELEASE 3 Push and release Func FUNCTION key. The DW icon will be displayed. FUNC 9 PWR SAVE WX SCAN DW SIGNAL 7 The HH 38 WX ST display will switch between...
... Operation Dual Watch Note To set Desired Squelch Setting (DSS) see Setting Squelch on . CHANNEL UP/ FUNC PWR SAVE WX SCAN Lock Pwr Saver DW Func CB/WX CH9/19 Scan PRESS & RELEASE 3 Push and release Func FUNCTION key. The DW icon will be displayed. FUNC 9 PWR SAVE WX SCAN DW SIGNAL 7 The HH 38 WX ST display will switch between...
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... Frequency Ranges section on page 36. Operation Weather Channels Note The 10 National Weather Channels include 7 NOAA and 3 Canadian channels. population. At times, different channels can be received. The WX icon will appear. For a list of NOAA Weather Radio Transmitter locations, contact your nearest National Weather Service .../WX CH9/19 Scan 3 To return to keep you may not have one with the clearest audio quality. These channels provide full coverage to normal CB operation, push and PWRS release the CB/WX key again. Note Your HH 38 WX ST has a special auto squelch circuit ...
... Frequency Ranges section on page 36. Operation Weather Channels Note The 10 National Weather Channels include 7 NOAA and 3 Canadian channels. population. At times, different channels can be received. The WX icon will appear. For a list of NOAA Weather Radio Transmitter locations, contact your nearest National Weather Service .../WX CH9/19 Scan 3 To return to keep you may not have one with the clearest audio quality. These channels provide full coverage to normal CB operation, push and PWRS release the CB/WX key again. Note Your HH 38 WX ST has a special auto squelch circuit ...
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...and transmission. With a SoundTracker® CB. On Transmission - "Strengthens signals going out" A SoundTracker® CB strengthens the transmit signal by the ratio of the signal level to the noise level. Note Battery life is improved transmission signal clarity and an ...using the available RF power output of the HH 38 WX ST battery: check battery icon bands. Replace batteries as soon as possible. 18 Operation The SoundTracker® System While previous systems only "blanket out" or limit noise in higher sound frequencies, the revolutionary new SoundTracker® System actually...
...and transmission. With a SoundTracker® CB. On Transmission - "Strengthens signals going out" A SoundTracker® CB strengthens the transmit signal by the ratio of the signal level to the noise level. Note Battery life is improved transmission signal clarity and an ...using the available RF power output of the HH 38 WX ST battery: check battery icon bands. Replace batteries as soon as possible. 18 Operation The SoundTracker® System While previous systems only "blanket out" or limit noise in higher sound frequencies, the revolutionary new SoundTracker® System actually...
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... mounted antenna (item # ATW-400) and a BNC adapter (item # CA-43)to avoid accidental actuation. Operation Operation Lock Key Lock Key Purpose is provided. In Vehicle Use The HH 38 WX ST can be connected to the characteristics of CB transmissions, it is activated. The LOCK icon will appear. Note DC/Power Cord ...while the LOCK function is necessary to use CA41 telescopic loaded long range antenna. 24 25 This power connection does NOT charge the batteries. 40 FUNC PWR SAVE WX SCAN DW EMG SIGNAL POWER Pwr Saver DW Func CB/WX CH9/19 Scan In Vehicle Use Note Due to your vehicle.
... mounted antenna (item # ATW-400) and a BNC adapter (item # CA-43)to avoid accidental actuation. Operation Operation Lock Key Lock Key Purpose is provided. In Vehicle Use The HH 38 WX ST can be connected to the characteristics of CB transmissions, it is activated. The LOCK icon will appear. Note DC/Power Cord ...while the LOCK function is necessary to use CA41 telescopic loaded long range antenna. 24 25 This power connection does NOT charge the batteries. 40 FUNC PWR SAVE WX SCAN DW EMG SIGNAL POWER Pwr Saver DW Func CB/WX CH9/19 Scan In Vehicle Use Note Due to your vehicle.
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... illegal activities. Weather Channel Messages Local weather reports are provided by reporting erratic drivers • Get "local information" to find destination • Communicate with family and friends • Suggest spots to : National Weather Service (Attn: W/OM11), NOAA Silver Spring, MD 20910 For a list of the U. An agency of weather frequencies see specifications in your nearest National...
... illegal activities. Weather Channel Messages Local weather reports are provided by reporting erratic drivers • Get "local information" to find destination • Communicate with family and friends • Suggest spots to : National Weather Service (Attn: W/OM11), NOAA Silver Spring, MD 20910 For a list of the U. An agency of weather frequencies see specifications in your nearest National...
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...Codes CB 10-Codes Citizen Bands have adopted the "10-CODES" for 10-45 All units within range please report 10-50 Break channel 10-60 What is 10-37 Wrecker needed at 10-38 Ambulance needed 10-39 Message delivered 10-41 Turn...codes provide quick and easy communication, especially in person to copy. Return to channel 10-42 Traffic accident at 10-43 Traffic tie up at Urgent business Anything for 10-85 My address is 10-91 Talk closer to mic 10-93 Check my frequency...Receiving well Stop transmitting OK, message received Relay message Busy, stand by Out of service, leaving In service, subject to ...
...Codes CB 10-Codes Citizen Bands have adopted the "10-CODES" for 10-45 All units within range please report 10-50 Break channel 10-60 What is 10-37 Wrecker needed at 10-38 Ambulance needed 10-39 Message delivered 10-41 Turn...codes provide quick and easy communication, especially in person to copy. Return to channel 10-42 Traffic accident at 10-43 Traffic tie up at Urgent business Anything for 10-85 My address is 10-91 Talk closer to mic 10-93 Check my frequency...Receiving well Stop transmitting OK, message received Relay message Busy, stand by Out of service, leaving In service, subject to ...
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... KHZ AUDIO OUTPUT 500 mW MAXIMUM AT 10 % DISTORTION FREQUENCY RESPONSE 300 - 3000 HZ AT -6 DB 2ND IF IMAGE REJECTION . . . . . This unit features advanced Phase Lock Loop (PLL) circuitry providing complete coverage of the most advanced AM two-way radios used as shown below. Frequency Ranges HH38 WX ST Specifications The COBRA HH 38 WX ST transceiver represents one of all 40 CB channels...
... KHZ AUDIO OUTPUT 500 mW MAXIMUM AT 10 % DISTORTION FREQUENCY RESPONSE 300 - 3000 HZ AT -6 DB 2ND IF IMAGE REJECTION . . . . . This unit features advanced Phase Lock Loop (PLL) circuitry providing complete coverage of the most advanced AM two-way radios used as shown below. Frequency Ranges HH38 WX ST Specifications The COBRA HH 38 WX ST transceiver represents one of all 40 CB channels...
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... warranty service, but the return charges will , without limitation, damages resulting from the main menu) 8 a.m.-6 p.m. CA-40 Long Range Antenna Doubles the range of two (2) years from Cobra. including, without charge, repair or replace, at Cobra's expense, if the product is utilized within the U.S.A. CA-45C Magnetic Mount Weather Antenna Allows greater transmission range while in your HH 38 WX ST. Some...
... warranty service, but the return charges will , without limitation, damages resulting from the main menu) 8 a.m.-6 p.m. CA-40 Long Range Antenna Doubles the range of two (2) years from Cobra. including, without charge, repair or replace, at Cobra's expense, if the product is utilized within the U.S.A. CA-45C Magnetic Mount Weather Antenna Allows greater transmission range while in your HH 38 WX ST. Some...
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Item # Description MA-EBM Ear Bud Mic MA-VOX Vox Mic 212-001-N-001 (1) Ni-CD Rechargeable Battery Cell HA-BC Replacement Belt Clip Make check or money order (no stamps) payable to change without notice. Amount Subtotal (Tax if applicable)...45C 120 V A/C Wall Charger with Plug CA-40 Lapel Microphone CA-41 Long Range Antenna ATW-400 Magnetic Mount Weather Antenna CA-43 BNC/S0239 Antenna Adapter Shipping & Handling 420-017-N-001 Replacement DC Power Cord Prices subject to : Cobra Accessories Dept. 6500 West Cortland St. Qty. Offer valid in Continental U.S. Date Customer Signature ...
Item # Description MA-EBM Ear Bud Mic MA-VOX Vox Mic 212-001-N-001 (1) Ni-CD Rechargeable Battery Cell HA-BC Replacement Belt Clip Make check or money order (no stamps) payable to change without notice. Amount Subtotal (Tax if applicable)...45C 120 V A/C Wall Charger with Plug CA-40 Lapel Microphone CA-41 Long Range Antenna ATW-400 Magnetic Mount Weather Antenna CA-43 BNC/S0239 Antenna Adapter Shipping & Handling 420-017-N-001 Replacement DC Power Cord Prices subject to : Cobra Accessories Dept. 6500 West Cortland St. Qty. Offer valid in Continental U.S. Date Customer Signature ...
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...repair." This will be sent informing you of the repair charge or replacement charge. It will ensure the fastest turn-around time on -line in the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) section at www.cobra.com or by e-mail to productinfo@cobra.com If you think you need service...Part No. 480-271-P-001 For Warranty Repair include some form of proof-of your product should require factory service please call Cobra first before contacting us for assistance. © 2002 Cobra...be asked questions about Cobra products. (773) 889-3087 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Cortland St., Chicago, IL ...
...repair." This will be sent informing you of the repair charge or replacement charge. It will ensure the fastest turn-around time on -line in the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) section at www.cobra.com or by e-mail to productinfo@cobra.com If you think you need service...Part No. 480-271-P-001 For Warranty Repair include some form of proof-of your product should require factory service please call Cobra first before contacting us for assistance. © 2002 Cobra...be asked questions about Cobra products. (773) 889-3087 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Cortland St., Chicago, IL ...
Wiring Diagram
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... MOSS:RE RCM:IS:MK RCIVS NA LCD SECTION HH38WX-ST CIRCUIT DIAGRAM FOR COBRA IA " 1701731g1 " t t t tt 1 11 1 1 1. 1 . 'lelhlgtg1E 2=22122=5. C 22 Z4!;11!;.; ;o .11 SHEETS 2 OF 2 PRO STIR WS/CB LOCK ST SCAN LIGHT CO OW 9/16 DOWN co CO 00 0...75 22 .51 :I :713.8V =PS-MUTE VCC1-13.8V CD MIC DST-ON CD CB -RF CDR X-8+ WX-RF-B+ 1:DBEEP C7 TX-INHIBIT r -CDVCC2 TX-B+ I n1.03 NOINNOWWW 10201 LC72322 LCD DRIVER & MCU La 4. ers 16.. .; 22. g S el =... 5 6V /77 5305 202624 1357 10011 R333 4)K KIA7042F PIT m AUDIO PATH DS-METER CD W X-IN CD CB -IN PD-CB/WX SCAN-IN EDPOW-LOW .
... MOSS:RE RCM:IS:MK RCIVS NA LCD SECTION HH38WX-ST CIRCUIT DIAGRAM FOR COBRA IA " 1701731g1 " t t t tt 1 11 1 1 1. 1 . 'lelhlgtg1E 2=22122=5. C 22 Z4!;11!;.; ;o .11 SHEETS 2 OF 2 PRO STIR WS/CB LOCK ST SCAN LIGHT CO OW 9/16 DOWN co CO 00 0...75 22 .51 :I :713.8V =PS-MUTE VCC1-13.8V CD MIC DST-ON CD CB -RF CDR X-8+ WX-RF-B+ 1:DBEEP C7 TX-INHIBIT r -CDVCC2 TX-B+ I n1.03 NOINNOWWW 10201 LC72322 LCD DRIVER & MCU La 4. ers 16.. .; 22. g S el =... 5 6V /77 5305 202624 1357 10011 R333 4)K KIA7042F PIT m AUDIO PATH DS-METER CD W X-IN CD CB -IN PD-CB/WX SCAN-IN EDPOW-LOW .
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...IC1 TK10930V• SQ. BLOCK DIAGRAM FOR COBRA HH38WX-ST V WX VCO 01/05/06 V WX RF AMP 07 WX 1st MIXER Q8 A WX DC CONTROL 02 4 CB DC CONTROL 022 COMPANDER IC201 TA31101F CB RF AMP. CONTROL IC2B LM358/014 AM 0/P, RX PRE AMP Q203 FM 0/P V V ANALOG SWITCH IC202 MC14066 RX AUDIO AMP -41 IC5 LM386 A ...Q19 PWR SAVE FUNCTION V• Vv O -J DC REGULATOR 023/038 V DOUBLER Q28 /// TX AUDIO PRE 035 NO' TX AUDIO AMP IC3 TDA2003 mm JACK WX/CB SCAN LOCK ST LIGHT DW CH9/19 CH UP CH DOWN MCU PLL CONTROLLER LCD DRIVER 0305/0304/0303 VR2B DC SWITCH POWER H/L 026/Q27/Q32/Q31 V TX.
...IC1 TK10930V• SQ. BLOCK DIAGRAM FOR COBRA HH38WX-ST V WX VCO 01/05/06 V WX RF AMP 07 WX 1st MIXER Q8 A WX DC CONTROL 02 4 CB DC CONTROL 022 COMPANDER IC201 TA31101F CB RF AMP. CONTROL IC2B LM358/014 AM 0/P, RX PRE AMP Q203 FM 0/P V V ANALOG SWITCH IC202 MC14066 RX AUDIO AMP -41 IC5 LM386 A ...Q19 PWR SAVE FUNCTION V• Vv O -J DC REGULATOR 023/038 V DOUBLER Q28 /// TX AUDIO PRE 035 NO' TX AUDIO AMP IC3 TDA2003 mm JACK WX/CB SCAN LOCK ST LIGHT DW CH9/19 CH UP CH DOWN MCU PLL CONTROLLER LCD DRIVER 0305/0304/0303 VR2B DC SWITCH POWER H/L 026/Q27/Q32/Q31 V TX.