How to Use Your Cobra 29 LX LE

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 ....................................................................................................2 Mounting and Connection ................................................................2 Antennas CB Antenna ..............................................................................................6 Marine Installation ................................................................................6 Ignition Noise Interference....................................................................7 Operating Your 29 LX LE 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 Radio Check Mode ................................................................................ 17 Setting Display Color Mode............................................................... 18 Setting Brightness Mode .................................................................... 19 Setting Contrast Mode ........................................................................ 19 Weather Information............................................................................ 20 Weather Channels ................................................................................. 21 Weather Alert Mode ............................................................................. 22 Setting Weather Alert Scan................................................................ 22 Setting Weather Auto Scan ............................................................... 22 Key Tones Mode .................................................................................... 23 Software version/Factory Settings .................................................. 23 NB-ANL/Off (Noise Blanker/Automatic.......................................... 24 Noise Limiter Switch) RF Gain Control ...................................................................................... 24 Program Memory Channels............................................................... 25 Scan/Memory Scan ............................................................................... 25 Scan CB Channels .................................................................................. 29 Scan Memory Channels ...................................................................... 26 Dimmer Control ..................................................................................... 26 Setting Squelch ...................................................................................... 26 S/RF Meter ................................................................................................ 28 External Speaker .................................................................................... 29 PA (Public Address)............................................................................... 30 Home And Office Set-Up .................................................................... 32 Temporary Mobile Set-Up .................................................................. 33 How Your CB Can Serve You ................................................................. 34 A Few Rules You Should Know ........................................................34 Channel 9 Emergency Messages .....................................................34 CB 10 Codes.............................................................................................36 Frequency Ranges .....................................................................................38 29 LX LE Specifications ............................................................................39 Warranty Information ..............................................................................40 Optional Accessories ................................................................................ 41 Optional Accessories Order Info .........................................................42 If You Need Service/Trademark Info ................................Back Cover

Features of This Product Selectable 4-Color LCD Display 10 Weather Channels Weather Scan Emergency Weather Alert 40 CB Radio Channels 40 Channel Scan Memory Channels Channel Frequency Read-Out Radio Check Diagnostic Heavy-Duty Dynamic Microphone Full 4 Watts AM RF Power Output SWR Calibration Meter Instant Channel 19 and 9 Front Panel 4-Pin Microphone Connector Switchable Automatic Noise Limiter & Noise Blanker Adjustable Dynamike Boost Tactile Controls 9 Ft Mic Cord Programmable Dimmer Control RF Gain

Installation
Location
Location
Plan location of transceiver and microphone bracket before starting the installation. Select a location that is convenient for operation, yet does not interfere with the driver or passenger. The transceiver is usually mounted to the underside of the dash with the microphone bracket beside it.

Installation

Mounting and Connection

Note The transceiver is held in the universal mounting bracket by two thumbscrews which allow for adjustment at a convenient angle. The bracket includes two selftapping screws and star washers. The mounting must be mechanically strong, conveniently located.

Mounting and Connection

1

Hold the radio with the mounting bracket in the exact desired location. If there is no interference, remove the bracket and use it as a template to mark the location for the mounting screws.
3

Connect the antenna cable plug to the receptacle marked ANT on the back of the unit.

Drill the holes and secure the bracket. continued

Installation

Installation

Note Before installing the CB radio, visually check the vehicles battery connection to determine which terminal, positive or negative, is grounded (positive is the larger of the two) to the engine block (or chassis). A negatively grounded vehicle has its negative lead grounded to the chassis. Note Connecting to an accessory fuse prevents the unit from being left on accidentally, and also permits operating the unit without running the engine. Note In positive ground vehicles the red wire goes to the chassis and the black wire is connected to the ignition switch. Note When connected to an accessory fuse, unit will self test the emergency weather alert automatically when ignition is turned on. Turns itself on & off.
4

Plug power cable into back of unit marked Power. Be sure to observe polarity markings. Mount the microphone bracket on either side of the unit (drivers left) using two screws supplied. Bracket should be placed under the dash so microphone is readily accessible.
NB/ANL

In a negative grounded vehicle, connect the red lead of the DC power cord to an accessory 12 volt fuse. Connect the black lead to the negative side of the vehicle. This is usually the chassis. Any convenient location with a good electrical contact (remove paint) may be used.

NB/ANL SWR 1.5 ANL

S/RF

CAL

TX RX

SCAN

CH 9/ 19
DIM

S/RF SWR CAL

RF SIG 1 3 5 79 +30dB

Note
U SH EN U P TE

MEM SCAN
CB /WX/

SWR/CAL

VOL

SQ

DYNAMIKE

EN

MEM
R

WX !

RF GAIN

If microphone is not connected, audio will SWRnot DELTA TUNE T BACK CAL be heard at speaker.
PA
ESC

OFF

MIN

MIN

MAX

OFF

Attach the 4-pin microphone cable to receptacle on front of unit and install unit in bracket securely. 5

Antennas
CB Antenna
CB Antenna

Ignition Noise Interference

Use of a mobile receiver at low signal levels is normally limited by the presence of electrical noise. The primary source of noise in automobiles is from the alternator and ignition system. Typically, when signal level is adequate, the background noise does not present a serious problem. Also, when extremely low level signals are being received, the transceiver may be operated with the vehicles engine turned off. The unit requires very little current and therefore will not significantly discharge the vehicles battery. Even though the Cobra 29 LX LE has an automatic noise limiter, in some installations ignition interference may be high enough to make good communications impossible. Many possibilities exist and variations between vehicles require different solutions. Consult your Cobra dealer or a 2-way radio technician for help in locating the source of a severe noise.

Since the maximum allowable power output of the transmitter is limited by the FCC, the antenna is critical in affecting transmission distance. Only a properly matched antenna system will allow maxiNote mum power output. Cobra loaded type antenna For optimum performance in models are highly recommended for most instalpassenger cars the ideal anten- lations. For models with Weather Feature (WX), na location is on the center of a Dual Band (Center Load/Base Load) antenna the roof. Second choice is on the is recommended. Consult your Cobra dealer for center of the trunk. further details, or call 773.889.3087 and speak to a Cobra representative.
Note Because many newer trucks feature fiberglass door skins, the outside mirror must be grounded to the chassis via a ground strap, if the antenna is mounted on the mirror bracket. Note 3-way Combination Antennas are also available which allow operation of all three bands (AM-FM & CB), using a single antenna. However, this type of antenna usually results in less than normal transmit and receive range when compared to a standard-type Single Band CB antenna. Call 773889-3087 for further information.
1

A standard antenna connector is provided on the transceiver for easy connection.

Marine Installation
The transceiver will not operate at maximum efficiency in a boat without a ground plate, (unless it has a steel hull). Before attempting installation , consult your dealer for information regarding an adequate grounding system and prevention of electrolysis between fittings in the hull and water.

Operation
Turning On
Turning On
Make sure the power cord, antenna and microphone are connected to their proper connectors before starting.
NB/ANL

Operation
Setting Channel Selector
NB/ANL

Setting Channel Selector

TX RX
SCAN
MEM SCAN

NB/ANL SWR 1.5 ANL

S/ RF

CAL

CH 9/ 19
DIM
ESC

S/RF SWR CAL

RF 3 5 79 +30dB

NB/ANL SWR 1.5 ANL

S/RF

CAL

SWR/CAL

TX RX

SCAN

SIG 1 CH 9/ 19

Note
M

CB /WX/

PA

EN

U SH EN U P TE

MEM
R

WX !

S/RF SWR CAL

RF SIG 1 3 5 79 +30dB

MEM SCAN VOL

CB /WX/

SQ
DIM
ESC

DYNAMIKE

RF GAIN

PA

SWR /CAL

VOL

SQ

DYNAMIKE

EN

U SH EN U P TE

MEM
R

WX !

Press CB/WX/PA to SWR select CB, DELTA TUNE T BACK CAL weather channels or PA (public address) modes.
MAX OFF

RF GAIN

DELTA TUNE

TOFF BACK

SWR CAL

MIN

MIN

OFF

MIN

MIN

MAX

Rotate the On/Off Volume knob clockwise to turn unit on and adjust to a normal listening level.

Select one of forty channels and adjust OFF volume. The selected channel (1 through 40) will be indicated by the readout directly above the channel selector knob

B /ANL

NB/ANL SWR 1.5 ANL S/RF SWR CAL RF SIG 1

CAL

TX RX

SCAN
MEM SCAN
CB /WX/

CH 9/ 19
DIM
ESC

S/ RF

WR /CAL

5 79 +30dB
M

PA

EN

U SH EN U P TE

MEM
R

WX !

VOL

SQ

DYNAMIKE

RF GAIN

DELTA TUNE

T BACK

SWR CAL

OFF

MIN

MIN

MAX

OFF

Press the CB/PA/WX button to change modes.

Operation
Calibrate For SWR (Standing Wave Ratio)
Calibrate for SWR (Standing Wave Ratio)
SWR calibration is done to properly adjust the length of the antenna and to monitor the quality of the coaxial cable and all RF connections. This calibration is critical in order to achieve optimum performance.
NB /ANL

Operation

PUSH & HOLD

Note
SCAN
CH 9/ 19
DIM
ESC

SWR 1.5
S/ RF

CAL

RF SIG 1 3 5 79 +30dB

RX

MEM SCAN
CB /WX/

PA

SWR /CAL

VOL

SQ

DYNAMIKE

EN

U SH EN U P TE

MEM
R

WX !

RF GAIN

DELTA TUNE

T BACK

SWR CAL

3
NB/ANL
OFF MIN

Push and hold mic button.

OFF

Calibration must be made in an open area (never in a garage). Vehicle doors must be closed. No one should be standing near the antenna. (See your antenna directions for more complete information).
SCAN
MEM SCAN
CB /WX/

NB/ANL SWR 1.5 ANL S/RF SWR CAL RF SIG 1

MIN CAL

TX RX

MAX

CH 9/ 19
DIM
ESC

S/RF

SWR/CAL Select channel 20.

5 79 +30dB
M

PA

U SH EN U P TE EN R

VOL
NB/ANL

SQ

DYNAMIKE

RF GAIN

DELTA TUNE

T BACK

SWR CAL

Note The reading will be slightly higher on Channels 1 and 40 compared to Channel 20.

SWR 1.5
S/RF

CAL

TX RX
MIN

SCAN
MEM SCAN

CH 9/ 19
DIM
ESC

RF CAL SIG 1 3

OFF
5 79 +30dB

MIN
PA

MAX

OFF

CB /WX/

SWR/CAL

VOL

SQ

DYNAMIKE

EN

U SH EN U P TE

MEM WX ! NB /ANL R

RF GAIN

OFF

MIN

S/ RF

MIN

Press SWR/CAL button to select CAL.

SWR /CAL

10

VOL

SWR T BACK While holding CAL mic 3 2 1.5 the button CAL TX SWRadjust SWR CAL knob so MAX OFF the meter swings S/RF to the CAL mark on RF the meter (located on the right). 3 5 7 9 SIG 1 +30dB U SH EN U P TE continued N E R M

4TUNE DELTA

MEM

WX !

SQ

DYNAMIKE

11

RF G

Operation
Calibrate for SWR continued
NB /ANL
NB /ANL

Operation
Selecting A Channel 3 2 CAL
SCAN
CH 9/ 19
DIM

SWR 1.5
SWR 1.5 2 3 CAL

S/ RF

SWR
SWR /CAL

RF SIG 1 3 5 79 +30dB

RX

S/ RF

RF SIG 1 3

RX

Selecting A SCAN Channel

CH 9/ 19
DIM
ESC MEM SCAN
CB /WX/

MEM SCAN
CB /WX/

SWR/CAL
M

5 79 PA +30dB
ESC

PA

PU SH EN TE NU

MEM
R

WX !

Note When switched to SWR mode the meter reading should ideally be as far to the left as possible. Anything over 3 is not acceptable. A slight antenna height adjustment (higher or lower) may be required. Repeat recalibration steps.

VOL

SQ

DYNAMIKE

RF GAIN

VOL

SQ

DELTA TUNE

DYNAMIKE

EN

U SH EN U P TE

MEM
R

T BACK

SWR CAL

RF GAIN

DELTA TUNE

T BACK

SWR CAL

OFF

MIN

MIN

OFF

MAX

MIN

OFF

MIN

MAX

OFF

While still holding down the mic button, press and release the S/RF SWR CAL button to the SWR setting, to read the SWR reading. Repeat the same steps two through five on Channel 1 and 40. This will check SWR for all channels.

Unit should be in CB mode. Rotate channel selector clockwide or counter-clockwise to select desired channel.

S-Meter
Swings proportionately to strength of incoming signal when receiving.
NB/ANL

S-Meter

To Receive

To Receive
NB/ANL

SWR 1.5
NB/ANL SWR 1.5 ANL 2 3 CAL

CAL

SCAN

S/ RF

S/RF SWR CAL

RF SIG 1 3 5 79 +30dB

RX

S/RF

CH 9/ 19
DIM
ESC

SCAN S/RF MEM RF

CB /WX/

RX
3 5 79 +30dB
M

PA

SWR /CAL

VOL

SQ

DYNAMIKE

EN

U SH EN U P TE

MEM
R

WX !

SWR/CAL
DELTA TUNE

SIG 1
T BACK

RF GAIN

SWR CAL

EN

U SH EN U P TE R

MEM

WX !

VOL
OFF MIN MIN MAX

SQ
OFF

DYNAMIKE

RF GAIN

DELTA T

1 1

Rotate the On/Off Volume knob clockwise. The RX icon will be displayed.

The S/RF-SWR-CAL switch must be in the S/RF setting to read the meter.
MIN MIN MAX

OFF

12

13

Operation
To Transmit
NB /ANL S/ RF

Operation
To Transmit
NB/ANL SWR 1.5 ANL 2 3 CAL

Setting Dynamike
TX

This controls the microphone sensitivity CH 9/ SCAN 19 (outgoing audio level). MEM SCAN
CB /WX/

Setting Dynamike
SCAN
MEM SCAN
CB /WX/

Caution!

S/RF SWR CAL

RF SIG 1 3 5 79 +30dB
M

PA

NB/ANL

DIM

ESC

/CAL Be sure the antenna is SWR properly connected to the radio before VOL transmitting. Prolonged transmitting without an antenna, or a poorly matched antenna, OFF could cause damage to the transmitter.

EN

U SH EN U P TE

MEM
R

WX !

NB/ANL SWR 1.5 ANL S/RF SWR CAL RF SIG 1

CAL

TX RX

CH 9/ 19
DIM
ESC

SQ

DYNAMIKE

RF GAIN

DELTA TUNE

T BACK

S/RF

SWR CAL

SWR/CAL

5 79 +30dB
M

PA

EN

U SH EN U P TE

MEM
R

WX !

VOL
MIN MIN MAX OFF

SQ

DYNAMIKE

RF GAIN

DELTA TUNE

T BACK

SWR CAL

Be sure to read the F.C.C. Rules and Regulations included with this unit before transmitting.

Select desired channel.

3

OFF

MIN

MIN

MAX

OFF

Transmit

PUSH & HOLD

Initially, set fully clockwise so that maximum voice volume is available. Dynamike may have to be reduced in some conditions.

Push and hold mic button to transmit. Transmitter is now activated. When transmitting, hold the microphone two inches from your mouth and speak in a clear, normal voice. Release to receive. 15

14

Operation
Menu Mode
NB /ANL S/ RF Note Use Dim/Escape button to exit SWR /CAL from any routine back to CB VOL standby mode.

Operation
3 2 CAL Used to program special features. Menu/Enter SWR 1.5 RX cursor to desired feature knob is used to move RF to program. SIG 1 3 5 79 +30dB
EN
U SH EN U P TE

Menu Mode

Radio Check Mode

9/ AllowsCH testing of important radio functions. 19 MEM SCAN Test 1- Battery Level: Confirms that battery DIM CB /WX/ voltage level is between 10.8 V to 15.8 V. If in that PA ESC range, it is PASS. Outside of that range, either SWR or FAIL HIGH will be displayed. Press FAIL T BACK LOW CAL Menu/Enter knob to advance to next test.

SCAN

Radio Check Mode

Note Press Dim/Escape button to return to CB standby mode. If 10 seconds pass or if Enter button pressed, unit goes to 2nd test.

MEM
R

SQ

DYNAMIKE

RF GAIN
NB /ANL

DELTA TUNE

OFF
NB /ANL

MIN 3

S/ RF

NB/ANL SWR 1.5 ANL

S/ RF

Rotate Menu/Enter knob clockwise to navigate 3 NB/ANL SWR 1.5 2 CAL TX S/RF RF ANL VOL SQ DYNAMIKE SWRmenu levels. RX
CAL SIG 1 3 5 79 +30dB
M
S/ RF

CAL

TX

NB /ANL SWR /CAL

NB/ANL SWR 1.5 ANL MIN MAX S/RF RF SWR CAL SIG 1

CAL

TX
OFF RX

BATTERY VOLTAGE PASS

CH 9/ 19
MEM WX !
CAL TX BATTERY VOLTAGE FAIL HIGH RXRF GAIN 3 5 79 +30dB

SCAN
MEM SCAN
CB /WX/

CH 9/ 19
DIM
ESC

NB/ANL

5 79 SCAN +30dB

PA

SWR /CAL

PU SH EN TE NU
SWR /CAL

S/RF RF SWR CAL MEM WX ! 3 SIG 1 R

S/RF

PU SH EN MEM SCAN N U 1.5 2 T 3 ER NB/ANL 2 ESWR ANL M DIM CB /WX/ S/RF PA RF ESC SWR
CAL SIG 1

SCAN

MEM SCAN DELTA

CB /WX/

5 79 +30dB SWR/CAL

VOL

SQ

DYNAMIKE

RF GAIN
VOL OFF SQ DYNAMIKE MIN

DELTAM

MEM WX ! U SH EN U P TE SWR EN R TUNE T BACK

VOL

OFF

MIN

OFF

NB /ANL

MIN

MIN

MAX

Press Menu/Enter knob to select feature to be S/ RF S/RF RF SWR programmed. CAL

NB /ANL SWR /CAL
NB/ANL

NB/ANL SWR 1.5 ANL

OFF

CAL

PA Press Push-To-Talk within 10 ESC seconds or unit will go to the M CAL SWR Test 2RF Power Output : Confirms 3.3 4DELTA Watt SQ DYNAMIKE RF GAINtoOFF TUNE next T BACK RF GAIN DELTA TUNE MAX T BACK CAL CAL MIN test.SWR output level. Once Push-to-Talk button is pressed, Note Pass or Fail will be displayed if level is outside limits. Press Dim/Escape button to OFF MAX MIN OFF MIN MAX MIN OFF CH 9/ return 1 to CB standby mode. If SCAN 19 TX PRESS PTT 10 seconds pass or if Enter button MEM SCAN RX TO CHECK DIM pressed, go to 3rd test. CB /WX/ PA
ESC
U SH EN U P TE EN R

BATTERY VOLTAGESWR SCAN SCAN TUNE FAILDI LOW T BACK CAL MEM Note M
CB /WX/

CH 9/ 19

CH 9/ 19
DIM

MEM

WX !

SIG 1

NB/ANL

5 79 +30dB

POWER OUTPUT
MEM
CAL

PA

ESC
CH 9/ 19
DIM
ESC

NB/ANL SWR 1.5 ANL

S/RF

CAL

Level 1: TX
RX
U EN
PU SH EN

S/RF SWR CAL

RF SIG 1 3 5 79 +30dB CAL

SWR/CAL NB/ANL

DISPLAY COLOR VOL SQ S/ RF S/RF RF MEM SCAN BRIGHTNESS SWR CAL PA 3 WX ALERT SIG 1 SWR /CAL
CB /WX/

NB/ANL SWR 1.5 2 SCAN ANL

3 CH 9/ 19

CAL

DYNAMIKE RX
S/RF

TX

1.5 NB/ANL E M SWR ANL S/RF SWR CAL

TX RF POWER OUTPUT RF GAIN RX RF PASS

3 5 79 SIG 1 +30dB MEM WX !
R M

PU SH EN TE NU
2

WX !

3R

SCAN

MEM DELTA SCAN

CB /WX/

DIM 5 79
ESC

RF POWER OUTPUTSWR SCAN TUNE T BACK CAL MEM SCAN FAILDI M

CB /WX/

CH 9/ 19

PA

3 2 NB/ANL VOL SQ SWR 1.5 DYNAMIKE ANL

S/RF

Level 2: TX
M

TE

MEM

WX !

+30dB SWR/CAL
M

ESC

PA

EN

U SH EN U P TE

S/RF SWR CAL

RF 3 SIG 1 MIN 5 79 +30dB

RX

VOL SQ RF GAIN DELTA TUNE OFF WX ALERT SCAN WX AUTO SCAN CONTRAST
MEM WX ! MIN MAX OFF

SWR DYNAMIKE SCAN T BACK MIN 19 CAL

MEM SCAN
CB /WX/

CH 9/

VOL

DIM
ESC

PA

Test 3- DYNAMIKE Antenna Mismatch Warning : Press DELTA TUNE SWR SQ RF GAIN OFF RF GAIN DELTA TUNEMAXT BACK MIN CAL Push-to-Talk button to check antenna/radio for proper matching.
R

EN

U SH EN U P TE

MEM

WX !

SWR/CAL OFF NB/ANL

3 2 VOL SQ NB/ANL SWR 1.5 DYNAMIKE ANL

S/RF

CAL

TX Level 3: RX

PU SH EN TE NU

NB /ANL

S/RF SWR CAL OFF

RF 3 SIG 1 MIN 5 79 +30dB

GAIN KEY RF TONES S/ RF RADIO CHECK EXIT

R

1.5 NB/ANL SWR CH 9/ 2 SWR SCAN DELTA TUNEANL T BACK 19 CAL S/RF RF DIM CB /WX/ SWR PA ESC CAL 1 SIG OFF
MEM SCAN

OFF MIN

OFF

CAL

TX RX

MIN MIN

SWR/CAL

VOL

SQ

DYNAMIKE

PU SH EN TE NU

MEM MAX MIN WX ! NB /ANL SWR /CAL

5 79 NB/ANL +30dB

PRESS PTT BUTTON TO CHECK ANTENNA

MEM
CAL

MAX

OFF

MIN

MAX

SCAN

CH 9/ 19
DIM
ESC

MEM SCAN
CB /WX/

Note SWR T BACK Press Dim/Escape button to CAL return to CB standby mode. If 10 seconds pass or if Enter OFF button pressed, testing is complete. Unit will return to CB Standby mode.
SCAN
MEM SCAN
CB /WX/

PA

RF GAIN
S/ RF

2 1.5 NB/ANL SWR T DELTA TUNE BACK ANL

3SWR CAL

VOL

SQ

CAL

S/RF SWR CAL

RF SIG 1 3

DYNAMIKE RX
S/RF

TX

N NB/ANL ESWR 1.5 M ANL

OFF

MIN

MIN

SWR /CAL MAX

OFF

5 79 +30dB SWR/CAL
M

S/RF SWR CAL

ANTENNA RF PASS
R

U SH EN U P TE
2

WX !

3R

RF GAIN RX

TX

3 SCAN 19 ANTENNA
MEMDELTA SCAN
CB /WX/

CH 9/

FAILDIM
MEM

TUNE
ESC

T BACK

SWR CAL

CH 9/ 19
DIM
ESC

16

EN

U SH EN U P TE

3 5 79 SIG 1 +30dB MEM WX !

PA

PA

VOL OFF SQ

DYNAMIKE MIN

VOL

SQ

DYNAMIKE RF GAIN

DELTA TUNE MAXT BACK MIN

EN

U SH EN U P TE

WX !

SWR RF GAIN CAL

DELTA TUNE OFF

17

T BACK

SWR CAL

Operation

NB /ANL

NB/ANL SWR 1.5 ANL

S/ RF

CAL

TX

SCAN
MEM SCAN
CB /WX/

CH 9/ 19

Operation
Setting Brightness Mode

Setting Display Color Mode Setting Display Color Mode 1

S/RF SWR CAL RF
SWR /CAL

SIG 1

5 79 +30dB

DIMBrightness Mode Setting PA

VOL

SQ

DYNAMIKE

MEM U SH EN U P T E /ANL NB EN R

WX !

ESC Press Menu/Enter knob to select Set Brightness

3 TUNE CAL T BACK 2 RF GAIN NB/ANL SWR 1.5 DELTA TX ANL

S/ RF

SWR CAL

OFF

MIN

SWR /CAL

S/RF SWR CAL MIN

RF SIG 1 MAX 3 5 79 +30dB

RX

SET BRIGHTNESS DAY-BRIGHT NIGHT-DIM

MEM WX !

SCAN
MEM SCAN
CB /WX/

CH 9/ 19
DIM

PA

Press Menu/Enter knob to select Display Color.

NB /ANL

VOL

SQ

DYNAMIKE

NB/ANL SWR 1.5 ANL

S/ RF

2CAL

TX RX
SWR 1.5 2 3

S/RF SWR CAL

RF SIG 1

NB /ANL

SWR/CAL

5 79 +30dB
S/ RF

VOL

SQ

DYNAMIKE
SWR /CAL

Press and release Menu/Enter to setSWR the RF color. RF GAIN DELTA TUNE T BACK

U SH EN U P TE EN R RF M

SCAN DISPLAY COLOR MEM SCAN OFF MIN NB /ANL BRIGHTNESS NB/ANL SWR PA 1.5 WX CAL ALERT ANL
CB /WX/

CH 9/ 19
DIM 3 2
ESC

Rotate Menu/Enter knob clockwise to Select RF GAIN DELTA TUNE T BACK Brightness. Press Menu/Enter knob to select Day-Bright. Turn Menu/Enter clockwise to increase brightness and turn counter-clockwise to decrease brightness. MAX MIN OFF
CALSCAN TX
MEM SCAN RX

OFF U SH EN U P TE EN R M

Note If an attempt is made to ESC exceed the highest or lowest brightness levels, 3 error beeps SWR CAL will be heard. Note Exit will return to menu mode. ESC will exit and return to CB Standby.

CH 9/ 19
DIM

MEM

WX !

RX

S/ RF

S/RF CAL

VOL
OFF MIN

SIG 1

5 79 +30dB

SQ

DYNAMIKE
MIN

SWR /CAL MEM U SH EN U P TE EN R

SIG 1

5 79 3CAL +30dB

SWR

CB /WX/

VOL RFSQ GAIN

MAX OFF

DYNAMIKE DELTA TUNE

Note To select day or night levels, E R To M set the day bright level, turn the Menu/Enter SWR press and release Dim/Escape SWR RF GAIN DELTA TUNE T BACK T BACK CAL CAL knob clockwise to a desired setting and then button once levels are set.
PA
NU
ESC PU SH EN

SET BRIGHTNESS DAY-BRIGHT NIGHT-DIM

MEM WX !

SCAN
MEM SCAN
CB /WX/

CH 9/ 19
DIM

PA

ESC

TE

OFF

MIN

NB /ANL

press Menu/Enter. To set the Night-Dim level, repeat instructions above then select Night-Dim.
OFF

MAX OFF MIN MIN NB/ANL SWR 1.5 2 ANL

CAL

TX RX

SWR/CAL

NB /ANL Note 3 4 CAL NB/ANL SWR 1.5 2 Select EXIT to return to ANL S/ RF menu. main Press Dim/Escape S/RF RF button toSWR return to CB mode. CAL 3 5

S/ RF Rotating Menu/Enter knob clockwise changes the S/RF RF CB /WX/ SWR PA display color from green to blue to amber to 1red3 5 7 9 CAL SIG +30dB SWR /CAL MEM WX ! SH EN U P then back to green. U TE EN R Press Menu/Enter knob again to exit routine.

SET NIGHT-DIM LEVEL EXIT

RF GAIN

MIN

MAX

SCAN
MEM SCAN

OFF

CH 9/ 19
DIM
ESC

Note To toggle from day to night settings, see page 24.

VOL

TX RX

SQ SCAN

DYNAMIKE CH 9/
19

DELTA TUNE

T BACK

SIG 1

7 9 +30dB
NU

SET COLOR EXIT

PU SH EN

MEM SCAN
CB /WX/

Setting Contrast Mode

Press Menu/Enter knob and rotate clockwise to select Set Contrast. Press Menu/Enter knob MAX MIN OFF again and rotate clockwise to increase contrast, counter-clockwise to decrease contrast. Press Menu/Enter knob to set contrast.
CAL

SWR CAL

Setting Contrast Mode

Note If an attempt is made to exceed the highest or lowest contrast levels, 3 error beeps will be heard.

DIM
ESC

VOL

SQ

DYNAMIKE

E R M Press Menu/Enter knob or escape buttonTagain RF GAIN DELTA TUNE BACK to exit routine.
NB /ANL

TE

MEM

WX !

OFF

PA

MIN

SWR CAL

OFF

MIN

MIN

MAX

S/ RF

SWR /CAL

NB/ANL SWR 1.5 ANL OFF S/RF RF SWR CAL SIG 1

TX RX

SET CONTRAST EXIT

NT
ER

SCAN
MEM SCAN
CB /WX/

CH 9/ 19
DIM
ESC

5 79 +30dB

PressP U Menu/Enter knob again to exit routine. MEM WX ! SH E

M

PA

U EN

18

VOL

SQ

DYNAMIKE

RF GAIN

DELTA TUNE

T BACK

SWR CAL

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Weather Auto

Operation
Weather Information
Note If you wish to receive a listing of NOAA Weather Radio Transmitter locations, contact your nearest National Weather Service Office. Service Office, or write to: National Weather Service (Attn: W/OM11) NOAA Silver Springs, MD 20910. For ideal weather reception use a dual band antenna (center load/baseload).

Operation
Weather Alert What You Should Know About Weather Weather Alert Scan
The unit will continually scan all 10 WX channels for 1050 Hz tone. If the tone is detected the unit will activate WX mode on the channel with the tone. Default state is Off. Go to Menu mode to choose On/Off (see page 22):
SCAN
CH 9/ 19
DIM
ESC

Weather Channels
What is Weather Radio? NOAA Weather Radio (NWR) is a service of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), of the U.S. Department of Commerce. 380 NWR stations are in operation by the U.S. Government in addition to several NWR stations that are maintained by private interest groups. The capability is to supplement warnings by sirens and by commercial radio and television. The 10 National Weather Channels provide full coverage to keep you informed of weather conditions, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

If threatening weather is nearby, the National Weather Service may broadcast a 10 second alert tone. This tone will be heard through the CB, even if the CB/WX Control is in the CB mode or the unit is turned off. NB/ANL This enables you to monitor CB frequencies and 3 CAL TX SWR 1.5 2 still be warned by the National Weather Service S/RF S/RF RF Emergency Alert. When you hear the alert, press 3 5 79 SIG 1 +30dB the CB/WX/PA button in theSWR WX /CAL mode. You U SH U P EN M will then be able to hear the Weather Warning VOL SQ DYNAMIKE Broadcast. Your 29 LX LE has a special auto squelch circuit for weather transmission which disables your OFF MIN squelch control.

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EN
TE

MEM SCAN
CB /WX/

PA

WX !
R

RF GAIN

DELTA TUNE

T BACK

SWR CAL

MIN

MAX

OFF

Weather Auto Scan

If active while in CB or PA mode, will determine if the present WX channel is active. If the present WX channel is not active, will search for the strongest WX channel and auto change to that channel. Default is off. Go to Menu mode to choose on/off (see page 22).

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Operation
Weather Alert Mode
NB /ANL

Operation
Setting Weather Alert Mode
Turns WX Alert On/Off. Default is Off. Press Menu/Enter knob to select Set WX Alert. If Weather is On, WX Alert Icon will be displayed.
NB /ANL

Key Tones Mode On and Off

Press Menu/Enter knob and rotate clockwise to Set Key Tones. Press Menu/Enter to set Key Tones On/Off.
3 CAL

Key Tones Mode

CH 9/ 19
DIM
ESC

Note 1.5 2 CAL SWR SelectNB/ANL EXIT to return to 3 ANL main menu. Press Dim/Escape S/ RF S/RF RF buttonSWR to return to CB mode. CAL
SIG 1 3

TX RX

SWR/CAL

5 79 +30dB
M

SET WX ALERT S/ RF ON OFF

U SH EN U P TE

CH 9/ SCAN NB/ANL 19 2 SWR 1.5 ANL

MEM SCAN

TX RX

EN

MEM
R

WX !

SWR /CAL

S/RF RF DIM CB /WX/ SWR CAL PA ESC 3 SIG 1

5 79 +30dB

SET KEY TONES ON OFF

U SH

SCAN
MEM SCAN
CB /WX/

Note Select EXIT to return to main menu. Press Dim/Escape button to return to CB mode.

PA

VOL

SQ

DYNAMIKE

RF GAIN DELTA TUNE T BACK VOL SQ Press Menu/Enter knob again to exit routine.

SWR DYNAMIKE CAL

EN U P TE Press Menu/Enter knob again to exit routine. EN R M

MEM

WX !

Setting Weather Alert Scan

OFF MIN
NB /ANL

Setting Weather Alert Scan

MAX MIN OFF OFF Press Menu/Enter knob and rotate clockwise to MIN WX Alert Scan. Press Menu/Enter knob to select NB /ANL On/Off.

Displays current software version and returns unit to original factory settings. To view software MAX MIN OFF version, rotate Menu/Enter knob clockwise to select Settings then Software Version.

Software Version/Factory Settings

RF GAIN

DELTA TUNE

T BACK

SWR CAL

Software Version/Factory Settings

Note NB/ANL SWR 1.5 2 If an alert is detected the3unit CAL TX ANL RX will activate WX mode on the S/ RF S/RF RF SWR channel with the alert. Use CAL 3 5 79 SIG 1 to select +30dB Menu/Enter knob SWR/CAL U EN M On/Off and press to set.
VOL SQ DYNAMIKE

WX ALERT SCAN ON OFF

PU SH EN

TE

MEM
R

WX !

3 NB/ANL SWR 1.5 2 CAL TX ANL CH 9/ SCAN RX 19 S/ RF S/RF RF SWR MEM SCAN CAL 3 5 79 SIG 1 DIM +30dB NB /ANL CB /WX/ SWR /CAL U SH EN PA U P TE ESC EN 3 R NB/ANL SWR 1.5 2 CAL TX M VOLANL SQ DYNAMIKE
S/ RF

SET KEY TONES RADIO CHECK SETTINGS

MEM WX !

SCAN
MEM SCAN
CB /WX/

CH 9/ 19
DIM
ESC

PA

RF GAIN Press Menu/Enter knob again to exit routine.

OFF

S/RF RF SWR DELTA TUNE T BACK CAL SWR CAL 3 5 79 SIG 1 +30dB SWR /CAL MIN

RX

SOFTWARE VER. RF GAIN DELTA TUNE GO TO DEFAULT

MEM SCAN
CB /WX/

SCAN T BACK
PA

CH 9/ 19
DIM
ESC

SWR CAL

VOL SQ DYNAMIKE Setting Weather Setting Weather Auto Scan Press Menu/Enter knob and rotate clockwise to WX Auto Scan
OFF MIN MIN MAX
NB /ANL

OFF

To restore Press Menu/Enter MEM settings, WX ! U S H E N default U P TE EN R MAX MIN Menu/Enter OFF M knob again. Rotate knob clockwise RF GAIN DELTA TUNE T BACK to select Settings then Go To Default.
TX RX

SWR CAL

ANL Auto Scan. Press Menu/Enter knob to select On/Off.

S/ RF

NB/ANL SWR 1.5 S/RF SWR RF

CAL

NB /ANL

OFF

NB/ANL SWR 1.5 ANL

S/ RF

CAL

TX RX

S/RF SWR CAL

RF SIG 1 3 5 79 +30dB

SWR /CAL

SCAN 19 NB /ANL CAL WX AUTO SCAN 3 5 79 SIG 1 +30dB SWR /CAL MEM SCAN 3 NB/ANL SWR 1.5 2 CAL TX N U P U S H ON E ANL M DIM RX VOL SQ DYNAMIKE PA OFF S/ RF S/RF RF ESC
CB /WX/

MIN CH 9/

SOFTWARE VER. GO TO DEFAULT MAX MIN

EN
TE
R

SCAN
MEM SCAN
CB /WX/

CH 9/ 19
DIM

Note Default display color is green.

OFF
PA

VOL

SQ

DYNAMIKE

PU SH EN TE NU

MEM

WX !

SWR CAL

Press Menu/Enter knob again to exit routine.

OFF VOL

RF GAIN

DELTA TUNE

SWR /CAL

T BACK SQ

SIG 1

SWR CAL

5 79 +30dB

RESTORE DEFAULT DELTA TUNE YES RF GAIN NO

MEM WX !

MEM

WX !

SCAN
MEM SCAN
CB /WX/

CH 9/ 19
DIM

ESC

T BACK
PA

SWR CAL

ESC

MIN DYNAMIKE

Press Menu/Enter knob to restore default M MAX DELTA RF GAIN TUNE TOFF BACK settings. Choose MIN NO to maintain present setting with no change.
U EN
ER

PU SH EN T

SWR CAL

OFF

MIN

MIN

MAX OFF

OFF MIN MIN MAX OFF

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Operation
NB-ANL/OFF (Noise Blanker/Automatic NB-ANL/OFF (Noise Blanker / Noise Limiter) Button Automatic Noise Limiter) Button
Note The RF noise blanker is very effective in reducing repetitive noises such as ignition interference.
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Operation
Program Memory Channels
Set first channel. Press and hold Scan/MemScan button. Memory icon will appear. Select second channel, press and hold Scan/MemScan button again until Memory icon appears. Repeat above steps to enter up to 10 channels in memory. CH 9/ SCAN
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MEM SCAN
CB /WX/

Program Memory Channels

Note The radio should be squelched before scan features are activated. Note Keying the microphone will stop the scan feature. Note If more than 10 channels are attempted to be programmed, 3 error beeps will be heard and Memory Full will be displayed for 10 seconds or until any button is pushed. Note To remove a channel from memory, go to the unwanted memory channel then press and hold the scan button until the MEM icon turns off. Note If in WX mode the unit will scan Weather channels.

NB/ANL SWR 1.5 ANL

S/ RF

CAL

TX RX

S/RF

RF SIG 1 3 5 79 +30dB

NB/ANL

DIM
ESC

PA

SWR /CAL

VOL

SQ

DYNAMIKE

When switched to ANL the Automatic Noise Limiter is activated. This helps reduce noise VOL SQ DYNAMIKE created OFF by the vehicles electronics. MAX MIN MIN When switched to NB/ANL mode the RF Noise Blanker is also activated, providing increased OFF MIN noise filtration. When switched to OFF mode all noise 3 NB/ANL SWR 1.5 2 CAL TX ANL filtration will be turned off. RX S/RF
M

3 2 1.5 MEM NB/ANL WX ! CAL TX U S H E SWR NT U P ANL ER EN RX S/RF M S/RF RF RF GAIN SWR CAL 5 3 7 9 +30dB SIG 1 SWR/CAL
E

SCAN
MEM SCAN
CB /WX/

CH 9/ 19
DIM
ESC

DELTA TUNE
PU SH EN TE NU

T BACK
MEM

SWR CAL

PA

RF GAIN
OFF

DELTA TUNE

T BACK

SWR CAL

MIN

MAX

OFF

NB/ANL

SCAN
MEM SCAN
CB /WX/

CH 9/ 19
DIM
ESC

S/RF

RF Gain Control
NB/ANL

SWR CAL

RF

RF Gain Control
2 3

SWR/CAL

SIG 1

5 79 +30dB
M

PA

U EN

PU SH EN

TE

MEM
R

WX !

The RF Gain is used to optimize reception in strong or weak signal areas.

NB/ANL SWR 1.5 ANL CAL
OFF

VOL

SQ

DYNAMIKE

RF GAIN

DELTA TUNE

T BACK

SWR CAL

MIN

SCAN

CH 9/ 19
DIM
ESC

S/RF

S/RF SWR CAL

RF SIG 1 3 5 79 +30dB

RX

27.405 MHz
PU SH EN TE NU

MEM SCAN
CB /WX/

PA

Pressing the Scan/Memory Scan button MIN OFF toggles from OffMAX to Scan All Channels to Memory Channel Only Scan and back to Off.
SCAN
MEM SCAN
CB /WX/

SWR/CAL

MEM
R

NB/ANL

Note

VOL

SQ

DYNAMIKE

S/RF

RF GAIN

NB/ANL SWR 1.5 ANL S/RF SWR CAL RF SIG 1

DELTA TUNE
3

CAL TX T BACK RX SWR CAL

CH 9/ 19
DIM
ESC

The RF Gain is used to optimize reception in weak signal areas.

OFF MIN

SWR /CAL

5 79 +30dB
M

PA

U SH EN U P TE EN R

MEM

WX !

MIN

MAXSQ VOL

OFF DYNAMIKE

RF GAIN

DELTA TUNE

T BACK

SWR CAL

Rotate the RF Gain knob counterclockwise to reduce gain in strong signal weak OFF areas. InMIN signal areas turn clockwise to increase gain.

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Scan CB Channels
Scan CB Channels
To scan all 40 CB channels, the unit must be squelched. Press and release Scan/Mem Scan button once.

Operation
Setting Squelch
Squelch is the control gate for incoming signals.
NB/ANL

Setting Squelch
Gate closed
SCAN
CH 9/ 19
DIM
ESC

NB/ANL SWR 1.5 ANL

S/ RF

CAL

TX RX

S/RF SWR CAL

RF SIG 1 3 5 79 +30dB

STRONG SIGNALS
MEM
R

MEM SCAN
CB /WX/

PA

TX RX

VOL

SQ

DYNAMIKE

MEDIUM SIGNALS RF GAIN DELTA TUNE

T BACK

MEM SCAN
CB /WX /

SWR CAL

S/RF SWR CAL

RF SIG 1 3 5 79 +30dB

PA

DIM
ESC
OFF MIN MIN

AL

VOL

SQ DYNAMIKE Scan Memory Channels

PU SH EN TE NU

WEAK MAX SIGNALS

OFF

Scan Memory Channels RF GAIN

DELTA TUNE

To scan memory channels, press and release Scan/Mem Scan button twice.
MIN MAX

T BACK

SWR CAL

Full clockwise rotation closes the gate allowing only very strong signals to enter.

NOISE

OFF

MIN NB/ANL SWR 1.5 ANL S/RF SWR CAL RF SIG 1 3 5 79 +30dB
M

OFF

CAL

TX RX

CB MEM SCAN 27.405

U SH EN U P TE

SCAN
MEM SCAN
/ CB /WX

CH 9/ 19
NB/ANL

Gate open
NB/ANL SWR 1.5 ANL 2 3 CAL

PA

DIM
ESC
S/RF

TX RX
STRONG SIGNALS

AL

EN

MEM
R

VOL

Dimmer Control
NB/ANL SWR 1.5 ANL S/RF SWR CAL RF 2 3 CAL

SQ

DYNAMIKE

Dimmer Control
MIN

RF GAIN

DELTA TUNE

T BACK

SWR CAL

S/RF SWR CAL

RF SIG 1 3 5 79 +30dB

G AT E C L O S E D
SCAN
MEM SCAN
CB /WX/

NB/ANL SWR 1.5 ANL

CAL

CB SCAN 27.405

SCAN

CH 9/ 19

SWR /CAL

PU SH EN TE NU

WX !

PA

SWR/CAL

VOL
SCAN
CH 9/ 19

SQ

DYNAMIKE

PU SH EN TE NU

MEM
R

WX !

MEDIUM SIGNALS RF GAIN

DELTA TUNE

T BACK

NB/ANL

TX RX

OFF S/ RF

MIN
3 5 79 +30dB

MAX MEM SCAN

CB /WX/

OFF
DIM
ESC

WEAK SIGNALS
OFF MIN MIN MAX OFF

SWR /CAL

SIG 1

PA

VOL

SQ

DYNAMIKE

PU SH EN TE NU

MEM
R

WX !

2
DELTA TUNE T BACK SWR CAL

OFF

MIN

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G AT E OPEN

Press Dim/Esc button to toggle between day and night settings. See setting instructions on page 19. MIN OFF MAX

RF GAIN

Full counterclockwise rotation opens the gate allowing all signals in.

NOISE

Operation
Setting Squelch
Continued
NB/ANL

Operation
NB/ANL SWR 1.5 ANL
S/ RF

Gate set to Desired Squelch Setting (DSS)

STRONG SIGNALS

CAL

TX RX

External Speaker SCAN

U SH EN U P TE

CH 9/ 19

S/RF SWR CAL

RF SIG 1 3 5 79 +30dB

SWR /CAL

VOL

SQ

DYNAMIKE

EN

MEM
R

The external speaker jack isDused for remote IM CB /WX/ PA ESC receiver monitoring. WX !
RF GAIN DELTA TUNE T BACK SWR CAL

MEM SCAN

External Speaker

Note The external speaker should have 8-ohm impedance and be rated to handle at least 4.0 watts. When the external speaker is plugged in, the internal speaker is automatically disconnected. See accessory page 41. Note Cobra external speakers are rated at 10 watts.

MEDIUM SIGNALS
OFF MIN MIN MAX OFF

WEAK SIGNALS

NOISE

To achieve the Desired Squelch Setting (DSS), turn the Squelch control counterclockwise until you hear noise. Now turn the control clockwise just until the noise stops. This is the DSS setting.
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G AT E

S/RF Meter

S/RF Meter
This meter swings proportionately to the RF output (outgoing signal) while transmitting.
NB /ANL

Connect an external speaker to the external speaker jack on the rear panel.

SWR 1.5
S/ RF

CAL

TX

SCAN
MEM SCAN

CH 9/ 19
DIM
ESC

S/RF

RF SIG 1 3 5 79 +30dB
M

CB /WX/

PA

SWR /CAL

U EN

PU SH EN T

MEM
ER

WX !

VOL

SQ

DYNAMIKE

RF GAIN

DELTA TUNE

T BACK

SWR CAL

OFF

MIN

MIN

MAX

OFF

The S/RF-SWR-CAL button must be in the S/RF mode. 29

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Operation
PA (Public Address)
Note Speaker should have 8-ohm impedance and be rated to handle at least 4.0 watts. Note The speaker should be directed away from the microphone to prevent acoustic feedback. Note Activity on the CB channel will be heard through the PA speakNB /ANL er. Adjust Volume Control to a 3 NB/ANL SWR 1.5 2 CAL normalANL listening level.
S/ RF

Operation
PA (Public Address)

PUSH & HOLD

Connect an external PA speaker to the PA jack on the rear panel.

Push and hold microphone button and speak in a normal voice. Your voice will now transmit on the PA speaker.
NB/ANL

SCAN
MEM SCAN
CB /WX/

CH 9/ 19
DIM
ESC

NB/ANL SWR 1.5 ANL

S/ RF

CAL

SCAN

S/RF

RF SIG 1 3 5 79 +30dB
M

MEM SCAN
CB /WX/

PA

S/RF

RF SIG 1 3 5 79 +30dB
M

SWR /CAL

PA

PU SH EN TE NU

SWR /CAL

VOL

SQ

DYNAMIKE

RF GAIN

DELTA TUNE

T BACK

SWR CAL

U EN

PU SH EN

TE

MEM
R

WX !

VOL

SQ

DYNAMIKE

RF GAIN

DELTA TUNE

T BACK

OFF

MIN

MIN

MAX

OFF

Press CB/WX/PA button to select PA.

4

OFF

MIN

MIN

MAX

OFF

Adjust PA speaker volume with the Dynamike control.

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Base Station Operation (From 120V AC House Current)
Base Station Operation (From 120V AC House Current)
To operate your transceiver from home or office you will need a 13.2 volt DC Power Pack rated at a minimum of 2 amps, and a properly installed base station antenna.

Temporary Mobile Set-Up

Warning! Do not attempt to operate this transceiver by connecting it directly to 120V AC. Note For further information call Cobra Customer Service 1.773.889.3087.

Plug power cable into back of unit marked Power. Be sure to observe polarity markings. Connect properly installed and matched base station antenna.

Temporary Mobile Operation

For temporary mobile operation you may want to purchase an optional cigarette lighter adapter from your COBRA dealer. This adapter and a magnetic mount antenna allow you to quickly install your transceiver for temporary use.

Temporary Mobile Set-Up

Simply connect the red (+) and black (-) leads of the transceiver to the corresponding terminals of the power pack.

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How Your CB Can Serve You

Warn of traffic problems Provide weather and road data Provide help in event of an emergency Provide direct contact with home or office Assist police by reporting erratic drivers Get local information to find destination Communicate with family and friends Suggest spots to eat and sleep Keep you alert while traveling

How Your CB Can Serve You

The FCC gives these examples of permitted and prohibited messages for channel 9. These are only guidelines and not all-inclusive:

Permitted
Yes No Yes No Yes

Example Message
Tornado sighted six miles north of town. Post number 10. No tornado sighted. Out of gas on I-95 at mile marker 211. Out of gas in my driveway. Four car accident on I-94 at Exit 11. Send police and ambulance. Traffic moving smoothly on I-94. Weather Bureau has issued thunderstorm warning. Bring sailboat into port. Attention motorists. Weather Bureau advises snow tomorrow will accumulate 4 to 6 inches. Fire in building at 539 Main, Evanston. Halloween patrol number 3. All quiet.

A Few Rules You Should Know

A. Conversations cannot last more than 5 minutes with another station. A one minute break is required to let others use the channel. B. You cannot blast others off the air by use of illegally amplified transmitters or illegally high antennas. C. You cannot use CB to promote illegal activities. D. Profanity is not allowed. E. You may not transmit music with a CB. F. Selling of merchandise and/or services is prohibited.

A Few Rules You Should Know

No Yes

Channel 9 Emergency Messages

Note If no response on channel 9, try channels 19 or 14.

1. Set to channel 9 for emergencies 2. CB Distress Data

Be sure antenna is properly connected.

No

When transmitting an emergency, you should request a REACT BASE and provide the CB distress data (called CLIP): all Sign ocation njuries roblem Identify yourself. Be exact. Number. Type. Trapped? Give details and help needed.

C L I P

Yes No

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CB 10-Codes
Citizen Bands have adopted the 10-CODES for standard questions and answers. These codes provide quick and easy communication, especially in noisy areas. Following are some of the more common codes and meanings:
Code 10-1 10-2 10-3 10-4 10-5 10-6 10-7 10-8 10-9 10-10 10-11 10-12 10-13 10-16 10-17 10-18 10-19 10-20 10-21 10-22 10-23 10-24 10-25 10-26 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 Talking too rapidly Visitors present Advise weather/roads Make pick up at Urgent business Anything for us? Return to base My location is Call by phone Report in person to Stand by Completed last assignment Can you contact Disregard last info Moving to channel Identify your station Code 10-29 10-30 10-33 10-34 10-35 10-36 10-37 10-38 10-39 10-41 10-42 10-43 10-44 10-45 10-50 10-60 10-62 10-63 10-64 10-65 10-67 10-70 10-71 10-77 10-81 10-82 10-85 10-91 10-93 10-94 10-99 10-200 Meaning Time is up for contact Does not conform to FCC rules Emergency traffic Trouble at this station Confidential information Correct time is Wrecker needed at Ambulance needed Message delivered Turn to channel Traffic accident at Traffic tie up at Have a message for All units within range please report Break channel What is next message number? Unable to copy. Use phone Net directed to Net clear Awaiting your next message/assignment All units comply Fire at Proceed, transmission in sequence Negative contact Reserve hotel room for Reserve room for My address is Talk closer to mic Check my frequency on this channel Give me a long count Mission completed, all units secure Police needed at

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Frequency Ranges
The Cobra 29 LX LE 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. Channel Channel CB Freq. CB Freq. WX Freq. Channel In MHz Channel In MHz Channel In MHz 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 26.965 26.975 26.985 27.005 27.015 27.025 27.035 27.055 27.065 27.075 27.085 27.105 27.115 27.125 27.135 27.155 27.165 27.175 27.185 27.205 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 27.215 27.225 27.255 27.235 27.245 27.265 27.275 27.285 27.295 27.305 27.315 27.325 27.335 27.345 27.355 27.365 27.375 27.385 27.395 27.405 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 162.550 162.400 162.475 162.425 162.450 162.500 162.525 161.650 161.775 163.275
GENERAL CHANNELS FREQUENCY RANGE FREQUENCY TOLERANCE FREQUENCY CONTROL OPERATING TEMPERATURE RANGE MICROPHONE INPUT VOLTAGE Current Drain

29 LX LE Specifications
CB - 40 CH CB - 26.965 TO 27.405 MHZ WX - 162.400 TO 162.775 MHZ 0.005 % PLL (PHASE LOCK LOOP) SYNTHESIZER

-30 C TO + 50 C Plug-in dynamic 13.2VDC nom. (positive or negative ground) Transmit: AM full mod., 1.5A (maximum) Receive: Squelched, 0.3A; 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; SO-239 Meter.............................................................Indicates relative power output received signal strength, and vswr TRANSMITTER Power Output ............................................4 watts Modulation .................................................AM (Amplitude Modulation) Frequency Response ...............................300 to 3000 Hz Output Impedance ..................................50 ohms, unbalanced RECEIVER Sensitivity ....................................................Less than 1 V for 10 dB (S+N) /N Selectivity ....................................................6 dB @ 7 KHz, 60 dB @ 10KHz Image Rejection ........................................80 dB, typical Adjacent-Channel Rejection ................60 dB, typical IF Frequencies ...........................................Double Conversion: 1st: 10.695 MHz 2nd: 455 KHz Automatic Gain Control (AGC) ............Less than 10 dB change in audio output for inputs from 10 to 50,000 microvolts RF Gain range ............................................40 db Noise Blanker .............................................RF type Squelch ........................................................Adjustable; threshold less than 1V 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; disables internal speaker when connected PA SYSTEM Power Output ............................................4 watts into external speaker External Speaker for PA..........................8 ohms 4 Watts min. (Not Supplied) ...........................................the PA speaker also monitors the receiver; separate jack provided (SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE)

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Limited Two Year Warranty

COBRA ELECTRONICS CORPORATION warrants that its Cobra CB Radios, and the component parts thereof, will be free of defects in workmanship and materials for period of two (2) years from the date of first consumer purchase. This warranty may be enforced by the first consumer purchaser, provided that the product is utilized within the U.S.A. Cobra will, without charge, repair or replace, at its option, defective CB radios, products or component parts upon delivery to the Cobra factory Service Department, accompanied by proof of the date of first consumer purchase, such as a duplicated copy of a sales receipt. You must pay any initial shipping charges required to ship the product for warranty service, but the return charges will be at Cobras expense, if the product is repaired or replaced under warranty. Exclusions: This limited warranty does not apply; 1) to any product damaged by accident; 2) in the event of misuse or abuse of the product or as a result of unauthorized alterations or repairs; 3) if the serial number has been altered, defaced or removed; 4) if the owner of the product resides outside the U.S.A. All implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited in duration to the length of this warranty. Cobra shall not be liable for any incidental, consequential or other damages; including, without limitation, damages resulting from loss of use or cost of installation. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and/or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you.

Optional Accessories
You can find quality Cobra products and accessories at your local Cobra dealer, or in the U.S.A., you can order directly from Cobra. See ordering info on page 38.

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

Cobra Electronics Corporation 6500 West Cortland Street Chicago, Illinois 60707 www.cobra.com

Replacement Microphone Bracket 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 Canceling External Speaker HG S300

Noise Canceling With Talk Back External Speaker HG S500

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If You Think You Need Service
For technical assistance, please call our Automated Help Desk which can assist you by answering the most frequently asked questions about Cobra products. 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. A Consumer Service Representative can be reached through this same number

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NB/ANL

(773) 889-3087

8:00 am - 5:30 pm, Monday through Friday, Central Time.

Operating Instructions for your Cobra 29 LX LE 50th Anniversary CB Radio

Limited Edition

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.)
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Technical assistance is also available on-line in the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) section at www.cobraelec.com or by e-mail to productinfo@cobra.com

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DELTA TUNE

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If you think you need service call 1.773.889.3087

If your product should require factory service please call Cobra first before sending your unit in. This will ensure the fastest turn-around time on your repair. You may be asked to send your unit to the Cobra factory. It will be necessary to furnish the following in order to have the product serviced and returned. 1. For Warranty Repair include some form of proof-of-purchase, such as a mechanical reproduction or carbon or a sales receipt. If you send the original receipt it cannot be returned. 2. Send the entire product. 3. Enclose a description of what is happening with the unit. Include a typed or clearly print name and address of where the unit is to be returned. 4. Pack unit securely to prevent damage in transit. If possible, use the original packing material. 5. Ship prepaid and insured by way of a traceable carrier such as United Parcel Service (UPS) or First Class Mail: to avoid loss in transit to: Cobra Factory Service, Cobra Electronics Corporation, 6500 W. Cortland St., Chicago, IL 60707. 6. If the unit is in warranty, upon receipt of your unit it will either be repaired or exchanged depending on the model. Please allow approximately 3 to 4 weeks before contacting us for status. If the unit is out of warranty a letter will automatically be sent informing you of the repair charge or replacement charge. If you have any questions, please call 1.773.889.3087 for assistance.

FCC regulations permit only transmissions (one party to another) rather than broadcasts (to a wide audience). Thus, advertising is not allowed on CB Channels because that is broadcasting. All transmitter adjustments other than those supplied by the manufacturer as front panel operating controls, must be made by, or under the supervision of, the holder of an FCC-issued General Radio-Telephone Operators License. Replacement or substitution of transistors, regular diodes or other parts of a unique nature, with parts other than those recommended by Cobra, may cause violation of the technical regulations of Part 95 of the FCC Rules, or violation of Type Acceptance requirements of Part 2 of the Rules. You should read and understand Part 95 (included with this unit) of the FCC Rules and Regulations, before operating your Cobra radio, even though the FCC no longer requires you to obtain an operators license.

FCC Regulations

FCC Warnings

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29 LX LE Operating Instructions for your Cobra 29 LX LE 50th Anniversary CB Radio

Limited Edition

Trademark Info
Cobra, Dynamike, Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra and the snake design are registered trademarks of Cobra Electronics Corporation, USA. Cobra Electronics Corporation is a trademark of Cobra Electronics Corporation, USA.
2010 Cobra Electronics Corporation Printed in China Part No. 480-647-P-001 Version A

2010 Cobra Electronics Corporation Printed in China Part No. 480-647-P-001 Version A

Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra

Whats Included with Your 29 LX LE

1. 2. 3 4. CB transceiver Microphone Transceiver bracket Microphone bracket 5. 6. 7. 8.

Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra

Operating Manual DC power cord FCC rules (not shown) Certificate of Authenticity (not shown)

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Controls and Indicators

Front Side 1. 4-Pin Microphone Connector 2. Power On/Off, Volume 3. Squelch 4. Dynamike 5. Menu/Enter/Channel Selector 6. RF Gain 7. Delta Tune 8. Talk Back Control 9. SWR Calibration 10. Dim/Escape Button 11. Channel 9/Channel 19 Button 12. Scan/Memory Scan 13. CB/WX Weather/PA Button 14. LCD Display 15. RX (Receive)/TX (Transmit), Indicators 16. Signal Strength Meter 17. NB/ANL Button 18. S/RF SWR CAL Button 19. 1Microphone Back Side 20. Public Address Speaker Jack 21. External Speaker Jack 22 Antenna Connector 23. Power Jack

Our Thanks to You

Thank you for purchasing the Cobra 29 LX LE 50th Anniversary Limited Edition CB Radio. Properly used, this Cobra product will give you many years of reliable service.
Operation

Optional Accessories
Ordering From U.S.A.
Call 773-889-3087 for pricing or visit www.cobra.com.

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Cobra Customer Service Live operators are available M-F 8:00 am - 5:30 pm Central Time at: 773-889-3087 Automated Technical Assistance available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. E-mail questions to: productinfo@ cobra.com Cobra on the World Wide Web: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) can be found on-line at: www.cobra.com

For Credit Card Orders Call 773-889-3087 [Press one from the main menu] 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Central Time, Monday through Friday. Make Check or Money Order Payable To Cobra Electronics, Attn: Accessories Dept., 6500 West Cortland Street, Chicago, IL 60707 U.S.A. To Order Online Please visit our website: www.cobra.com

Customer Support
Customer Assistance Warranty

Installation
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Should you encounter any problems with the product or not understand its many features, please refer to this owners manual. If , after referring to the manual, you still need help, call Cobra Customer Service at 773.889.3087.
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NB/ANL SWR 1.5 ANL 2 3 S/RF SWR CAL RF SIG 1 3

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This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation Caution Warning is subject to the following two (2) conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or tv interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modifications could void the users authority to operate the equipment.

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