User manual COBRA HH38 WXST

[. . . ] HH 38 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. " The CB Story 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 FCC Regulations 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. " 2 FCC Warnings 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 Operator's License. 3 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. [. . . ] If you cannot receive a weather station, you may not have one in your area. A similar network of 15 stations broadcasts continuous weather information across much of southern Canada. Weather Channel Messages Note If you wish to receive a listing of NOAA Weather Radio Transmitter locations, contact your nearest National Weather Service Office, or write to: National Weather Service (Attn: W/OM11), NOAA Silver Spring, MD 20910 For a list of weather frequencies see specifications in the Frequency Ranges section on page 36. A Few Rules You Should Know 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. You cannot blast others off the air by use of illegally amplified transmitters or illegally high antennas. You cannot use CB to promote illegal activities. Selling of merchandise and/or services is prohibited. 26 27 How Your CB Can Serve You Channel 9 Emergency Messages Note If no response on channel 9, try channels 19 or 14. 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: 1. Set to channel 9 for emergencies Be sure antenna is properly connected. 2. CB Distress Data When transmitting an emergency, you should request a "REACT BASE" and provide the CB distress data (called CLIP): C L I P all Sign ocation njuries roblem Identify yourself. Give details and help needed. 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. " Transmit CLIP repeatedly so any monitor can assist. No Yes No Yes No 28 29 How Your CB Can Serve You CB 10-Codes 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 How Your CB Can Serve You 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?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 30 31 Frequency Ranges The COBRA HH 38 WX ST 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 and 10 weather channels as shown below. 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 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 162. 550 162. 400 162. 475 162. 425 162. 450 162. 500 162. 525 161. 650 161. 775 163. 275 HH 38 WX ST Specifications GENERAL CHANNELS . [. . . ] For pricing information Call 773. 889. 3087 or visit www. cobra. com. Order by phone Call 773. 889. 3087 (Press 1 from the main menu) 8 a. m. -6 p. m. Order by mail or fax Please fill out order form on next page, and mail/fax directly to Cobra. Replacement Belt Clip HA-BC Replacement DC Power Cord For in vehicle use 420-017-N-001 34 35 Accessory Order Form Call 773. 889. 3087 for pricing or visit www. cobra. com For credit card orders fill out order form and fax to: 773. 622. 2269 or call 773. 889. 3087 (Press 1 from the main menu) 8:00 am - 6:00 pm, M-F, CST. Make check or money order (no stamps) payable to: Cobra Accessories Dept. [. . . ]