BBOPR3500FRS/GMRS TRANSCEIVER

Nothingcomes close to a Cobra ® English The Cobra line of quality products includes: CB Radios • microTALK ® Radios • Radar/Laser Detectors • Safety Alert ® Traffic Warning Systems • Handheld GPS Receivers • Mobile GPS Navigation Systems • HighGear ® Accessories • CobraMarine™ VHF Radios • Power Inverters • Accessories For more information or to order any of our products, please visit our website: www.cobra.com A1 English Making Life Easier and Safer Owner’s Manual Nothingcomes close to a Cobra ® English TWO-WAY RADIO MODEL PR 3500 DX Printed in Philippines Part No. 000-000-P Version A Introduction Staying in touch with your family and friends is convenient and easy when using your microTALK ® radio. Some of the many uses you will discover include: Communicating with others while hiking, biking, and working; keeping track of family and friends at a crowded public event; checking with travel companions in another car; talking with neighbors; arranging meeting spots with others while shopping at the mall. Secure your microTALK ® radio while on the go. Carrying your microTALK ® radio with you is easy when using the belt clip. The belt clip easily attaches to your belt, purse or backpack. Simply squeeze the clip and place it where you prefer. For Assistance in the U.S.A. In this user’s manual, you should find all the information you need to operate your microTALK ® radio. If you require further assistance after reading this manual, Cobra Electronics offers the following customer assistance services: Automated Help Desk English only. 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 773-889-3087 (phone). Customer Assistance Operators English and Spanish. 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday (except holidays) 773-889-3087 (phone). Questions English and Spanish. Faxes can be received at 773-622-2269 (fax). Technical Assistance English only. www.cobra.com (on-line: Frequently Asked Questions). English and Spanish. productinfo @cobra.com (e-mail). For Assistance Outside the U.S.A. Contact Your Local Dealer Belt Clip Customer Assistance © 2004 Cobra ® Electronics Corporation 6500 W est Cortland Street Chicago, Illinois 60707 USA www.cobra.com Battery Compartment Battery Door Latch Belt Clip Wrist Strap Connector A3 English Product Features A2 English Product Features Introduction Backlit LCD Display Speaker/ Microphone Mode/Lock Button On/Off Volume Knob Antenna Call Button Enter/ Hi•Low Power Button Channel Up Button Channel Down Button External Speaker/ Microphone/Charge Jack Light/ Max Range Button Talk Button Introduction Backlit LCD Display Important FCC Licensing Information This r adio operates on General Mobile Radio Ser vice (GMRS) frequencies which require a Federal Communications Commission (FCC) license . See page 21 f or licensing and other related information. Maximum range may vary and is based on unobstr ucted line-of-sight comm unication under ideal conditions. Features • Two-Way Radio With up to an 10 mile (16 km) range • 22 Channels Seven shared with FRS/GMRS, seven FRS only, eight GMRS only • 38 Privacy Codes • Hands-Free Operation (VOX) • VibrAlert ® Silent Paging • 10 Channel Memory • Signal Strength Meter • Scan Channel, privacy code, memory • Selectable Hi•Low Power In GMRS • Backlit LCD Display • Button Lock • Call Alert 10 selectable tones • Speaker/ Microphone/ Charge Jack • Roger Beep Selectable on/off • Battery/Power Saver • Keystroke Tones Selectable on/off • Auto Squelch • Maximum Range Extender •Belt Clip 25 Nothing comes close to a Cobra ® Receive/ Transmit Icon Hi•Low Power Icon Lock Icon Keystroke Tones Icon Call Tones and VibrAlert ® Icon Roger Beep Icon Vox Icon Scan Icon Signal Strength Meter Icon Battery Level Indicator Channel Numbers Power Saver Icon CTCSS Privacy Code Numbers Memory Location Number Memory Icon OperationCustomer Assistance Warranty 1 Nothing comes close to a Cobra ® Introduction Caring for Your microTALK ® Radio • Your microTALK ® radio will give you years of trouble-free service if cared for properly. Handle the radio gently. Keep the radio away from dust. Never put the radio in water or in a damp place. Avoid exposure to extreme temperatures. Batteries • To install or replace batteries: 1. Remove belt clip by releasing belt clip latch and sliding clip up. 2.Pull up on the battery door latch to remove the battery compartment cover. 3.Insert four AAA batteries. (Always use high quality alkaline batteries.) Position batteries according to polarity markings. 4.Replace battery compartment cover and belt clip. Contact your local Cobra dealer or Cobra directly for optional battery pack and wall charger accessories. Insert Batteries Pull Up Latch Remove Belt Clip The Basics to Get You Started Your microTALK ® radio is easy to use. To get started, simply: 1.Rotate the On/Off Volumeknob to turn onyour radio. 2.Press the Channel Upor Channel Down button to select a channel. Both radios must be tuned to the same channel/privacy code to communicate. 3.Press and hold the Talkbutton while speaking into the microphone. 4.When finished talking, release the Talk button and listen for a response. Customer Assistance WarrantyIntroduction 3 Nothing comes close to a Cobra ® Operation 2 English Using Your Radio Turning on Your microTALK ® Radio • To turn on your radio: 1. Rotate the On/Off Volumeknob clockwise to turn onyour radio and adjust the volume. A series of tones will indicate the radio is on. Your microTALK ® radio is now in Standby mode, ready to receive transmissions. The radio is always in Standby mode, except when the Talk, Callor Mode/Lockbuttons are pressed. Battery Low • Your microTALK ® radio has a battery level meter that shows when battery power is decreasing. The greater the number of bars visible, the stronger the battery level. When the battery level is low, the last bar and “bALo” will flash indicating your batteries should be replaced or, if using rechargeable batteries, recharged. Auto Battery Save • Your microTALK ® radio has a unique circuit …

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© 2004 Celltech Labs Inc. 1 of 20 Test Report S/N: 102704BBO-T579-S95U Test Date(s): December 14-15, 2004 Test Type: FCC/IC SAR Evaluation Performed By: Spencer Watson Compliance Technologist Celltech Labs Inc. Reviewed By: Russell W. Pipe Senior Compliance Technologist Celltech Labs Inc. Celltech Labs Inc. declares under its sole responsibility that this wireless portable device has demonstrated compliance with the Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) RF exposure requirements specified in FCC 47 CFR §2.1093 and Health Canada’s Safety Code 6. The device was tested in accordance with the measurement standards and procedures specified in FCC OET Bulletin 65, Supplement C (Edition 01-01) and Industry Canada RSS-102 Issue 1 (Provisional) for the General Population / Uncontrolled Exposure environment. All measurements were performed in accordance with the SAR system manufacturer recommendations. I attest to the accuracy of data. All measurements were performed by me or were made under my supervision and are correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. I assume full responsibility for the completeness of these measurements and vouch for the qualifications of all persons taking them. This test report shall not be reproduced partially, or in full, without the prior written approval of Celltech Labs Inc. The results and statements contained in this report pertain only to the device(s) evaluated. DECLARATION OF COMPLIANCE SAR RF EXPOSURE EVALUATION Test Lab CELLTECH LABS INC. Testing and Engineering Services 1955 Moss Court Kelowna, B.C. Canada V1Y 9L3 Phone: 250-448-7047 Fax: 250-448-7046 e-mail: [email protected] web site: www.celltechlabs.com Applicant Information COBRA ELECTRONICS CORPORATION 6500 West Cortland Street Chicago, IL 60707 United States FCC IDENTIFIER: BBOPR3500 IC IDENTIFER: 906B-PR3500 Model(s): PR3500 / PR3550 Rule Part(s): FCC 47 CFR §2.1093; IC RSS-102 Issue 1 (Provisional) Test Procedure(s): FCC OET Bulletin 65, Supplement C (Edition 01-01) Device Description: Portable UHF FRS/GMRS PTT Radio Transceiver Modulation Type: FM (UHF) Tx Frequency Range(s): 462.5500 - 462.7250 MHz (GMRS Channels 15-22) 462.5625 - 462.7125 MHz (FRS/GMRS Channels 1-7) 467.5625 - 467.7125 MHz (FRS Channels 8-14) Max. RF Output Power Tested: 1.10 Watts ERP (GMRS 462.7125 MHz) Antenna Type(s) Tested: Fixed Helical Battery Type(s) Tested: NiMH x4 (1.2 V AAA), NiCd x4 (1.2 V AAA), Alkaline x4 (1.5 V AAA) Alkaline Type 1: Duracell Procell (1150 mAh) Alkaline Type 2: Energizer E92 (1250 mAh) Body-Worn Accessories Tested: Plastic Belt-Clip Earbud with Lapel-Microphone (P/N: GA-EBM2) Max. SAR Level(s) Evaluated: 0.895 W/kg - Face-held (50% duty cycle) 1.56 W/kg - Body-worn (50% duty cycle) © 2004 Celltech Labs Inc. 2 of 20 Test Report S/N: 102704BBO-T579-S95U Test Date(s): December 14-15, 2004 Test Type: FCC/IC SAR Evaluation TABLE OF CONTENTS 1.0INTRODUCTION......................................................................3 2.0DESCRIPTION OF DUT............................................................. 3 3.0SAR MEASUREMENT SYSTEM................................................. 4 4.0MEASUREMENT SUMMARY...................................................... 5 5.0DETAILS OF SAR EVALUATION................................................ 6 6.0EVALUATION PROCEDURES.................................................... 6 7.0SYSTEM PERFORMANCE CHECK............................................. 7 8.0SIMULATED EQUIVALENT TISSUES.......................................... 8 9.0SAR SAFETY LIMITS............................................................... 8 10.0ROBOT SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS............................................ 9 11.0PROBE SPECIFICATION.......................................................... 10 12.0PLANAR PHANTOM................................................................. 10 13.0VALIDATION PHANTOM........................................................... 10 14.0DEVICE HOLDER.................................................................... 10 15.0TEST EQUIPMENT LIST........................................................... 11 16.0MEASUREMENT UNCERTAINTIES............................................ 12-13 17.0REFERENCES........................................................................14 APPENDIX A - SAR MEASUREMENT DATA............................................... 15 APPENDIX B - SYSTEM PERFORMANCE CHECK DATA............................ 16 APPENDIX C - SYSTEM VALIDATION PROCEDURES................................. 17 APPENDIX D - PROBE CALIBRATION...................................................... 18 APPENDIX E - MEASURED FLUID DIELECTRIC PARAMETERS................... 19 APPENDIX F - SAR TEST SETUP & DUT PHOTOGRAPHS.......................... 20 Applicant: Cobra Electronics Corporation FCC ID: BBOPR3500IC ID: 906B-PR3500 Model:PR3500/PR3550Portable UHF FRS/GMRS PTT Radio Transceiver 462.5500 - 467.7125 MHz 2004 Celltech Labs Inc. This document is not to be reproduced in whole or in part without the written permission of Celltech Labs Inc. 3 of 20 Test Report S/N: 102704BBO-T579-S95U Test Date(s): December 14-15, 2004 Test Type: FCC/IC SAR Evaluation This measurement report demonstrates compliance of the Cobra Electronics Corporation Model(s): PR3500/PR3550 Portable UHF FRS/GMRS PTT Radio Transceiver FCC ID: BBOPR3500 with the SAR (Specific Absorption Rate) RF exposure requirements specified in FCC 47 CFR §2.1093 (see reference [1]), and Health Canada’s Safety Code 6 (see reference [2]) for the General Population / Uncontrolled Exposure environment. The test procedures described in FCC OET Bulletin 65, Supplement C (Edition 01-01) (see reference [3]) and IC RSS-102 Issue 1 (Provisional) (see reference [4]), were employed. A description of the product and operating configuration, detailed summary of the test results, methodology and procedures used in the evaluation, equipment used, and the provisions of the rules are included within this test report. FCC 47 CFR §2.1093 Rule…

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TIMCO ENGINEERING INC. 849 NW State Road 45 Newberry, Florida 32669 http://www.timcoengr.com 888.472.2424 F 352.472.2030 email: [email protected] APPLICANT: COBRA ELECTRONICS CORPORATION FCC ID: BBOPR3500 REPORT #: C\COBRA\1788ZUT4\1788ZUT4TestReport.doc COVER SHEET Test Report Product Name: FRS/GMRS COMBO RADIO FCC ID: BBOPR3500 Applicant: COBRA ELECTRONICS CORPORATION 6500 WEST CORTLAND STREET CHICAGO IL 60707 Date Receipt: OCTOBER 28, 2004 Date Tested: NOVEMBER 16, 2004 TIMCO ENGINEERING INC. 849 NW State Road 45 Newberry, Florida 32669 http://www.timcoengr.com 888.472.2424 F 352.472.2030 email: [email protected] APPLICANT: COBRA ELECTRONICS CORPORATION FCC ID: BBOPR3500 REPORT #: C\COBRA\1788ZUT4\1788ZUT4TestReport.doc TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS LIST TEST REPORT: PAGE 1........GENERAL INFORMATION & TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION PAGE 2........TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION CONTINUED RF POWER OUTPUT PAGE 3........MODULATION CHARACTERISTICS AUDIO FREQUENCY RESPONSE GRAPH PAGE 4........MODULATION LIMITING GRAPH PAGE 5........AUDIO LOW PASS FILTER GRAPH PAGE 6........OCCUPIED BANDWIDTH PAGE 7........OCCUPIED BANDWIDTH PLOT PAGE 8........SPURIOUS EMISSIONS AT ANTENNA TERMINALS PAGE 9........UNWANTED RADIATION – GMRS PAGE 10.......UNWANTED RADIATION - FRS PAGE 11.......METHOD OF MEASURING RADIATED SPURIOUS EMISSIONS PAGE 12.......FREQUENCY STABILITY PAGE 13-18....LIST OF TEST EQUIPMENT EXHIBITS INCLUDED: CONFIDENTIALITY LETTER BLOCK DIAGRAM SCHEMATICS PARTS LIST USERS MANUAL LABEL SAMPLE LABEL LOCATION EXTERNAL PHOTOGRAPHS INTERNAL PHOTOGRAPHS ALIGNMENT PROCEDURE OPERATIONAL DESCRIPTION TEST SET UP PHOTOGRAPHS TIMCO ENGINEERING INC. 849 NW State Road 45 Newberry, Florida 32669 http://www.timcoengr.com 888.472.2424 F 352.472.2030 email: [email protected] APPLICANT: COBRA ELECTRONICS CORPORATION FCC ID: BBOPR3500 REPORT #: C\COBRA\1788ZUT4\1788ZUT4TestReport.doc Page 1 of 18 GENERAL INFORMATION REQUIRED FOR CERTIFICATION 2.1033(c)(1)(2) COBRA ELECTRONICS CORPORATION will manufacture the FCCID: BBOPR3500 GMRS/FRS COMBINATION TRANSCEIVER in quantity, for use under FCC RULES PART 95. COBRA ELECTRONICS CORPORATION 6500 WEST CORTLAND STREET CHICAGO, IL 60707 2.1033 (c) TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION 2.1033(c)(3) Instruction book. A draft copy of the instruction manual is included is included in the exhibits. 2.1033(c) (4) Type of Emission: 9K0F3E 95.631 Bn = 2M + 2DK M = 3000 D = 1.5 K Bn = 2(3000) + 2(1500) = 9K GMRS Authorized Bandwidth 20.0 kHz 2.1033(c)(5) GMRS Frequency Range: 1. 462.5500 13. 462.7000 95.621 2. 462.5625 14. 462.7125 3. 462.5750 15. 462.7250 4. 462.5875 16. 467.5500 5. 462.6000 17. 467.5750 6. 462.6125 18. 467.6000 7. 462.6250 19. 467.6250 8. 462.6375 20. 467.6500 9. 462.6500 21. 467.6750 10. 462.6625 22. 467.7000 11. 462.6750 23. 467.7250 12. 462.6875 FRS Authorized Bandwidth 12.5KHz 2.1033(c)(5) FRS Frequency Range: 1. 462.5625 8. 467.5625 95.627 2. 462.5875 9. 467.5875 3. 462.6125 10. 467.6125 4. 462.6375 11. 467.6375 5. 462.6625 12. 467.6625 6. 462.6875 13. 467.6875 7. 462.7125 14. 467.7125 MHz 2.1033(c)(6)(7) Power Output shall not exceed 0.50 Watts effective 95.639 radiated power. There can be no provisions for 95.649 increasing the power or varying the power. TIMCO ENGINEERING INC. 849 NW State Road 45 Newberry, Florida 32669 http://www.timcoengr.com 888.472.2424 F 352.472.2030 email: [email protected] APPLICANT: COBRA ELECTRONICS CORPORATION FCC ID: BBOPR3500 REPORT #: C\COBRA\1788ZUT4\1788ZUT4TestReport.doc Page 2 of 18 2.1033(c)(8) DC Voltages and Current into Final Amplifier: FINAL AMPLIFIER ONLY INPUT POWER – HIGH: (6 V)(0.7 A) = 4.20 Watts INPUT POWER – LOW: (6 V)(0.4 A) = 2.40 Watts 2.1033(c)(9) Tune-up procedure. The tune-up procedure is included in the exhibits. 2.1033(c)(10) Complete Circuit Diagrams: The circuit diagram and block diagram are included in the exhibits. 2.1033(c)(11) A photograph or a drawing of the equipment identification label is included in the exhibits. 2.1033(c)(12) Photographs(8"X10") of the equipment of sufficient clarity to reveal equipment construction and layout, including meters, labels for controls, including any view under shields. 2.1033(c)(13) Digital modulation is not allowed. 2.1033(c)(14) The data required by 2.1046 through 2.1057 is submitted below. 2.10311c)(6)(7) RF power is measured by the substitution method as 2.1046(a) outlined in TIA/EIA - 603. With a nominal battery voltage of 6.0 V, and the transmitter properly adjusted the RF output measures: GMRS – 1.2 Watts ERP FRS - .5 Watts ERP TIMCO ENGINEERING INC. 849 NW State Road 45 Newberry, Florida 32669 http://www.timcoengr.com 888.472.2424 F 352.472.2030 email: [email protected] APPLICANT: COBRA ELECTRONICS CORPORATION FCC ID: BBOPR3500 REPORT #: C\COBRA\1788ZUT4\1788ZUT4TestReport.doc Page 3 of 18 2.1047(a)(b) Modulation characteristics: AUDIO FREQUENCY RESPONSE The audio frequency response was measured in ac- cordance with TIA/EIA Specification 603. The audio frequency response curve is shown on the next page. The audio signal was fed into a dummy microphone circuit and into the microphone connector. The input required to produce 30 percent modulation level was measured. See plot below. Audio Frequency Response Plot -30 +10 -20 -10 +0 d B 100 3k 200 300 400 500 700 1k 2k Hz TIMCO ENGINEERING INC. 849 NW State Road 45 Newberry, Florida 32669 http://www.timcoengr.com 888.472.2424 F 352.472.2030 email: [email protected] APPLICANT: COBRA ELECTRONICS CORPORATION FCC ID: BBOPR3500 REPORT #: C\COBRA\1788ZUT4\1788ZUT4TestReport.doc Page 4 of 18 2.1047(b) Audio input versus modulation The audio input level needed for a particular percentage of modulation was measured in accordance with TIA/EIA Specification 603. The audio input curves versus modulation are on the following pages. Curves are provided for audio input frequencies of 300, 1000, and 2500 Hz. See the plot below. Modulation Limiting Plots: 2.5 KHz (Green), 1.0 KHz (Blue), and 300 Hz (Yellow) 1.5 k H z -25 +15-20 -15 -10-5+0+5 +10 dBu…

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