Cobra Electronics PR 945 Two-Way Radio User Manual


 
Selecting a Channel
Channels 1-7 are shared with FRS/GMRS. Channels
8-14 are FRS only. Channels15-22 are GMRS only.
(
IMPORTANT:See page 13 for FRS/GMRS frequency
allocations and compatibility chart.)
1. With the radio On, select any of the 22 channels by
pushing the CHANNEL SELECT button up or down.
(
NOTE: Both radios must be tuned to the same channel
to communicate.)
Selecting a CTCSS Privacy Code
CTCSS (Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System) is an
advanced tone coding system allowing you to select one of
38 privacy codes to reduce interference from other users on
the channel.
(
NOTE: If you are using a privacy code, both radios must
be tuned to the same channel and privacy code to
communicate. Each channel will remember the last privacy
code you selected.)
To select a privacy code:
1. After selecting a main channel, press and release the
MODE button. A small number will flash next to the
channel in the LCD.
2. Push the CHANNEL SELECT button up or down to select
a privacy code. You can hold the button up or down for
fast advance.
3. When your desired privacy code is displayed:
a) Press the MODE button to enter the new setting and
proceed to other functions.
b) Press the LOCK button to enter the new setting and
return to Standby mode.
c) Do not press any buttons for 15 seconds to enter the
new setting and return to STANDBYMODE.
OPERATION OPERATION
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Batteries
To install or replace batteries:
1. Remove belt clip by releasing belt clip latch and sliding
clip down.
2. Pull down on the Battery Latch to remove the battery
compartment cover.
3. Insert four (4) AAA batteries. (Always use high quality
alkaline batteries.) Position batteries according to
polarity markings.
4. Replace Battery Compartment cover and belt clip.
(
NOTE: Contact your local Cobra
®
dealer or Cobra
®
directly for optional charger accessories.)
Turning On Your microTALK
®
Radio
1. Rotate the ON-OFF/VOLUME switch clockwise to turn
On the radio (and to adjust the volume). An audible
tone will indicate the radio is On.
Your microTALK
®
is now in Standby mode, ready to receive
transmissions. The radio is always in Standby mode except
when the TALK, CALL, or MODE buttons are pressed.
Battery Low
Battery power is indicated by the segments appearing at
the bottom of the LCD. As battery power decreases, fewer
segments will be visible. When bA Lo begins to flash, the
batteries should be replaced. If you are using rechargeable
batteries, they should be recharged.
Auto Battery Save
Your microTALK
®
radio has a unique circuit designed to
extend battery life. If there are no transmissions within ten
(10) seconds, the radio will automatically switch to Battery
Save mode and POWER SAVER will appear in the display.
This will not affect the radio’s ability to receive incoming
transmissions.
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Belt Clip
Lock Tab
ON-OFF/
VOLUME
Switch
MODE
Button
CHANNEL
SELECT
Button
CHANNEL
SELECT
Button