Operating instructions for your HH 3 6ST COBRA ELECTRONICS CORPORATION 6500 W. Cortland Street Chicago, Illinois 60707 Citizens Band 2-way Handheld CB Radio “Ingenious Products for Easier Communication.” Printed in Thailand Cobra Electronics Corp.© 1997 Part no.
INTRODUCTION How to use your MODEL HH 3 6ST CITIZENS BAND 2-WAY HANDHELD RADIO CONTENTS: Introduction ........................................3 SoundTracker ....................................3 Features ............................................3 Technical Support and service ..........3 Controls and Indicators ....................5 The CB Story ....................................6 FCC Warnings ..................................6 Included with your 36ST ......................7 Getting Started ......
4 CONTROLS 1 14 4 AND INDICATORS 5 6 7 3 2 PTT 8 10 9 11 12 13 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14.
6 THE CB STORY 7 INCLUDED WITH YOUR 36ST The Citizens Band lies between the shortwave broadcast and 10-meter Amateur radio bands, and was established by law in 1949. The Class D two-way communications service was opened in 1959. (CB also includes a Class A citizens band and Class C remote control frequencies.) 1. High Efficiency Antenna FCC regulations permit only “transmissions” (one party to another) rather than “broadcasts” (to a wide audience).
OPERATION 8 TURNING ON/SQUELCH GETTING STARTED ANTENNA BATTERIES Attach antenna securely by turning clockwise. Insert (10) new “AA” Alkaline or NiCad batteries (not provided) into the battery chamber. To install batteries, (1) remove the battery chamber cover from the unit. (2) Install the batteries according to the polarity markings provided on the chamber. Note: Incorrect battery installation can damage the batteries and chamber. (3) Return battery chamber cover.
OPERATION OPERATION SELECT CHANNEL/DISPLAY/TRANSMIT POWER HI-LO/BATTERY RECHARGING 10 11 SELECTING A CHANNEL POWER HIGH / LOW Turn on your 36ST. To reduces power output to 1 watt, and extend battery life, switch the H/L power key to the LOW position. To select a higher channel, push the UP arrow key. To select a lower channel, push the DOWN arrow key. PTT **Note: Reduce power setting reduces the range of your 36ST. **Note: To quick advance channels, press and hold the selection key.
OPERATION HOW SOUNDTRACKER WORKS OPERATION ACTIVATING / TESTING SOUNDTRACKER 11A 10A SOUNDTRACKER SYSTEM While previous systems only “blanked out” 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 transmission.
OPERATION OPERATION BATTERY DISPOSAL IN VEHICLE USE 12 BATTERY DISPOSAL When no longer capable of holding a charge, rechargeable nickel cadmium (Ni-Cad) batteries must be recycled or disposed of properly in compliance with all applicable laws. Certain states or municipalities require recycling and have established collection programs. Please contact your local waste removal authority for instructions. DO NOT PUT BATTERIES INTO FIRE OR EXPOSE TO HIGH HEAT. THEY MAY EXPLODE.
OPERATION HOW YOUR CB CAN SERVE YOU OPERATION A FEW RULES YOU SHOULD KNOW 14 15 HOW YOUR CB CAN SERVE YOU • Warn of traffic tie ups ahead. • Provide weather and road information. • Provide help fast in event of emergency or breakdown. • Suggest good spots to eat and sleep. • Make long trips more interesting, and help keep you awake. • Provide direct contact with your office or home. • Make friends as you travel. • Provide “local information” to find your destination.
16 17 USE CHANNEL 9 FOR EMERGENCY ONLY CB 10-CODES Operating Procedure for Emergency Communications Citizens Band radio operators have largely adopted the “10-code” for standard questions and answers. Its use permits faster communications and better understanding in noisy areas. The following table lists some of the more common codes and their meanings: 1. For EMERGENCY communications, set radio to Ch. 9.
18 19 FREQUENCY RANGE HH-36ST SPECIFICATIONS The COBRA 36ST transceiver represents one of the most advanced AM two-way radios used as a Class D station in the Citizens Radio Service. This unit features advanced Phase Lock Loop (PLL) circuitry providing complete coverage of all 40 CB channels as shown below. CB Channel Channel Freq. in MHz CB Channel Channel Freq. in MHz 1 2 3 4 5 26.965 26.975 26.985 27.005 27.015 21 22 23 24 25 27.215 27.225 27.255 27.235 27.245 6 7 8 9 10 27.025 27.035 27.
20 21 If You Think You Need Service, Call 773-889-3087 LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY “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 Cob ra factory. It will be necessary to fu rnish the foll owing, in order to h ave the product serviced and returned. 1.
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES 22 You can find these fine accessories at your local Cobra CB dealBNC/SO239 antenna adapter. Allows connection of your handheld CB to standard antennas. CA-43 $5.00 High performance NiCad rechargeable battery cell 212-001-N-001 $4.00 (10 batteries required) 120 V A/C Wall charger with plug. Charges the (10) NiCad batteries CA-25 $10.00 Replacement DC Power Cord for in vehicle use 420-017-N-001 $7.00 Long Range antenna. Doubles the range of your handheld CB. CA-41 $15.
