29 LTD BT The CB Story

Cobra Electronics Corporation The Citizens Band lies between the shortwave
6500 West Cortland Street
Chicago, IL 60707 USA Operating Instructions for broadcast and 10-meter Amateur radio bands,
and was established by law in 1949. The Class D
two-way communications service was opened
your Cobra 29 LTD BT 3
in 1959. (CB also includes a Class A citizens band
and Class C remote control frequencies.)
If You Think You Need Service 2
For technical assistance, please call our Automated Help Desk which can assist FCC Regulations
1 FCC regulations permit only “transmissions”
you by answering the most frequently asked questions about Cobra products.
(one party to another) rather than “broadcasts”
773-889-3087 (to a wide audience). Thus, advertising is not
24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
A Consumer Service Representative can be reached at 773-889-3087 allowed on CB Channels because that is
8:00 am - 6:00 pm, Monday through Friday, Central Time. “broadcasting.”
Technical assistance is also available on-line in the Frequently Asked Questions
(FAQ) section at www.cobra.com or by e-mail to [email protected] FCC Warnings
All transmitter adjustments other than those
supplied by the manufacturer as front panel
If you think you need service call 773-889-3087 3 operating controls, must be made by, or under
“If your product should require factory service please call Cobra first before sending your unit in. the supervision of, the holder of an FCC-issued
This will ensure the fastest turn-around time on your repair.” general Radio-Telephone Operator’s License.
You may be asked to send your unit to the Cobra factory. It will be necessary to furnish the Replacement or substitution of transistors, regular
following in order to have the product serviced and returned.
diodes or other parts of a unique nature, with
1. For Warranty Repair include some form of proof-of-purchase, such as a mechanical reproduction parts other than those recommended by Cobra,
or carbon or a sales receipt. If you send the original receipt it cannot be returned. ®
may cause violation of the technical regulations
2. Send the entire product. 4 of Part 95 of the FCC Rules, or violation of Type
3. Enclose a description of what is happening with the unit. Include a typed or clearly print name ANT/
®
Acceptance requirements of Part 2 of the Rules.
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.
You should read and understand Part 95 (included
with this unit) of the FCC Rules and Regulations,
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,
before operating your Cobra radio, even though
6500 West Cortland Street, Chicago, IL 60707 USA. the FCC no longer requires you to obtain an
6. If the unit is in warranty, upon receipt of your unit it will either be repaired or exchanged
operator’s license.
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 What’s Included with Your 29 LTD BT
repair charge or replacement charge. If you have any questions, please call 773-889-3087 1. CB transceiver 5. Operating manual
for assistance. 5 2. Microphone with 6. DC power cord
Patent Pending
Cobra®, Dynamike®, Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra® and the snake design are registered Bluetooth® Button (not shown)
© 2008 Cobra Electronics Corporation
trademarks of Cobra Electronics Corporation, USA. Version B 3. Transceiver bracket 7. FCC rules
Cobra Electronics Corporation™ is a trademark of Cobra Electronics Corporation, USA. Printed in China 4. Microphone bracket (not shown)
The Bluetooth® word mark and logo are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Part No. 480-455-P

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 Controls and Indicators Our Thanks to You Accessory Order Info
Ordering From U.S.A.
1. 6-Pin Microphone Connector Call 773-889-3087 for pricing or visit www.cobra.com.
Thank you for purchasing the Cobra 29 LTD BT CB For Credit Card Orders
2. Power On/Off/Volume/ Radio. Properly used, this Cobra product will give Call 773-889-3087 [Press one from the main menu] 8:00 a.m.
Squelch Control you many years of reliable service. to 6:00 p.m. Central Time, Monday through Friday.
Cobra Customer Service
3. Dynamike® Make Check or Money Order Payable To
Live operators are available Cobra Electronics, Attn: Accessories Dept.,
4. RF Gain 17 Customer Support M-F 8:00 am - 6:00 pm Central 6500 West Cortland Street, Chicago, IL 60707 U.S.A.
5. Delta-Tune 18 Time at: 773-889-3087 To Order Online
Should you encounter any problems with the Please visit our website: www.cobra.com
6. SWR CAL / Talk Back product or not understand its many features,
Automated Technical Assistance
7. Channel Selector please refer to this owner’s manual. If , after
available 24 hours a day, seven Item # Description
referring to the manual, you still need help,
8. LED Channel Display days a week. E-mail questions
call Cobra Customer Service at 773-889-3087. 426-002-N-001 Replacement DC Power Cord
9. ANT Indicator and to: [email protected] 251-353-9-001 Replacement Mounting Bracket
Bluetooth® LED Indicator 634-081-9-001 Replacement Thumb Screws
741-080-9-001 Replacement Microphone Bracket
10. RX (Receive)/ TX (Transmit) Cobra on the World Wide Web: HG A1000 21” Base Loaded,
NOTE Frequently Asked Questions Magnetic Mount Antenna
LED Indicator This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
15 14 13 12 11 10 (FAQ) can be found on-line at: HG A1500 38” Base Loaded
11. Channel 9/ Normal Switch Operation is subject to the following two (2) conditions: Magnetic Mount Antenna
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and www.cobra.com MNA MIC External Bluetooth Microphone
12. Dimmer Switch 16 8
9 2. This device must accept any interference received,
13. CB/PA Switch including interference that may cause undesired
14. NB/ANL ANL Off Switch operation.
15. S/RF SWR CAL Switch
16. Signal Strength Meter. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
17. Microphone.
18. Bluetooth Button

Back Side
19. External Bluetooth 19 20 21
Microphone Jack
20. Public Address
Speaker Jack
21. External Speaker Jack
22. Power Jack 23 22
23. Antenna Connector

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 How to Use Your
Contents
Cobra 29 LTD BT
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 Features of This Product
Antennas • 40 CB Radio Channels
CB Antenna..........................................................................................6
Marine Installation ............................................................................6 • Heavy-Duty Noise Canceling
Ignition Noise Interference .............................................................7 Microphone
Operating Your 29 LTD BT
Turning On Your CB...........................................................................8 • Full 4 Watts AM RF Power Output
Setting Channel Selector ................................................................9
Calibrate For SWR (Standing Wave Ratio)...............................10 • SWR Calibration Meter
To Receive...........................................................................................13
Bluetooth Linking With Cell Phone..........................................14 • Talk Back
Selecting a Channel........................................................................16
Bright/Dim Switch ...........................................................................16 • Instant Channel 9
NB-ANL/ANL/Off (Noise Blanker/Automatic..........................17
Noise Limiter Switch) • Allows use of Bluetooth®
RF Meter ..............................................................................................18 enabled cell phone through CB
S-Meter ................................................................................................18
External Speaker/Microphone ....................................................19 • 6-Pin Front Mount Microphone
RF Gain Control.................................................................................19 Connector
Setting Delta-Tune ..........................................................................20
Setting Squelch ................................................................................20 • Delta -Tune
To Transmit........................................................................................22
Setting Dynamike® ........................................................................22 • Switchable Automatic Noise
Transmit..............................................................................................23 Limiter & Noise Blanker
TalkBack..............................................................................................23
PA (Public Address) ........................................................................24 • Adjustable Dynamike® Boost
Home And Office Set-Up .............................................................26
Temporary Mobile Set-Up ...........................................................27
• 9 Ft. Mic Cord
How Your CB Can Serve You..........................................................28 • RF Gain
A Few Rules You Should Know .................................................. 28
Channel 9 Emergency Messages.............................................. 28
CB 10 Codes...................................................................................... 30
Frequency Ranges............................................................................. 32
29 LTD BT Specifications ................................................................ 33
Warranty Information ..................................................................... 34
Optional Accessories ....................................................................... 35
Accessory Order Info ....................................................................... 37
If You Think You Need Service ....................................Back Cover

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 Installation 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.

Mounting and Mounting and Connection

Connection 1 Hold the radio with the mounting bracket
in the exact desired location. If there is no
Note interference, remove the bracket and use
The transceiver is held in it as a template to mark the location for
the universal mounting bracket the mounting screws.
by two thumbscrews which 3 Connect the antenna cable plug to the
allow for adjustment at a receptacle marked “ANT” on the back
convenient angle. of the unit.

The bracket includes two

self-tapping screws and star
washers. The mounting must
be mechanically strong,
conveniently located.

2 Drill the holes and secure the bracket.

continued

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 Installation Installation

Note
Connecting to an accessory
fuse prevents the unit from
being left on accidentally, and 6 Plug power cable into back of unit marked
also permits operating the unit “Power”. Be sure to observe polarity markings.
without running the engine.
7 Mount the microphone
Note bracket on either side
In positive ground vehicles the of the unit (driver’s left)
red wire goes to the chassis and using two screws
the black wire is connected to supplied. Bracket should
the ignition switch. be placed under the dash
so microphone is readily
Note 4 In a negative grounded vehicle, connect the accessible.
Before installing the CB radio, red lead of the DC power cord to an accessory
visually check the vehicle’s 12 volt fuse.
battery connection to
determine which terminal,
5 Connect the black lead to the negative side
positive or negative, is of the vehicle. This is usually the chassis. Any
grounded (positive is the convenient location with a good electrical
larger of the two) to the contact (remove paint) may be used.
engine block (or chassis).
A negatively grounded
vehicle has its negative lead 8 Attach the 6-pin microphone cable to
grounded to the chassis. receptacle, on the front of unit and install unit
on bracket securely.

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 Antennas Ignition Noise Interference

CB Antenna CB Antenna Use of a mobile receiver at low signal levels is

Since the maximum allowable power output of normally limited by the presence of electrical
the transmitter is limited by the FCC, the antenna noise. The primary source of noise in automobiles
is critical in affecting transmission distance. Only is from the alternator and ignition system.
a properly matched antenna system will allow Typically, when signal level is adequate, the
Note background noise does not present a serious
maximum power output. Cobra loaded type
For optimum performance antenna models are highly recommended for problem. Also, when extremely low level signals
in passenger cars the ideal most installations. Consult your Cobra dealer for are being received, the transceiver may be
antenna location is on the further details, or call 773-889-3087 and speak operated with the vehicle’s engine turned off. The
center of the roof. Second to a Cobra representative. unit requires very little current and therefore will
choice is on the center not significantly discharge the vehicle’s battery.
of the trunk.
Even though the Cobra 29 LTD BT has an
Note automatic noise limiter, in some installations
Because many newer trucks ignition interference may be high enough to
feature fiberglass door skins, make good communications impossible. Many
the outside mirror must be possibilities exist and variations between vehicles
grounded to the chassis via a require different solutions. Consult your COBRA
ground strap when antenna is dealer or a 2-way radio technician for help in
mounted on the mirror bracket. 1 A standard antenna connector is provided locating the source of a severe noise.
on the transceiver for easy connection.
Note
3-way Combination
Antennas are also available
which allow operation of all
Marine Installation
three bands (AM-FM & CB),
using a single antenna. The transceiver will not operate at maximum
However, this type of antenna efficiency in a boat without a ground plate,
usually results in less than (unless it has a steel hull). Before attempting
normal transmit and receive installation , consult your dealer for information
range when compared to a regarding an adequate grounding system and
standard-type “Single Band” prevention of electrolysis between fittings in the
CB antenna. Call 773-889-3087 hull and water.
for further information.

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 Operation Operation

Turning On Turning On Setting Channel Selector Setting Channel

Make sure the power cord, antenna and Selector
microphone are connected to their proper
connectors before starting.

ANT/

ANT

1 Select one of forty channels and adjust

volume. The selected channel is indicated by
the LED readout directly above the channel
1 The CB/PA button should be in the selector knob
CB position.

2 Rotate the On/Off Volume knob clockwise to

a normal listening level.

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 Operation Operation

Calibrate For Calibrate for SWR (Standing Wave Ratio)

SWR (Standing SWR calibration is done to properly adjust the
Wave Ratio) 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.
Note
Calibration must be made in an
open area (never in a garage).
Vehicle doors must be closed.
No one should be standing near
ANT/
the antenna. (See your antenna
Note directions for more complete
Antenna Indicator LED information).
3 Push and hold mic button.
will illuminate when TX if
SWR is high.

1 Select channel 20.

ANT/

4 While holding mic

button adjust the
SWR CAL knob so the
meter needle swings
2 Switch to the CAL position.
to the CAL ▼ mark on
the meter (located on the right).

continued

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 Operation Operation

To Receive To Receive

Note
The reading will be slightly
higher on Channels 1 and 40
compared to Channel 20.
5 While still holding down the mic button, set
Note
the S/RF SWR CAL switch to the SWR position,
When switched to SWR position to read the SWR reading. 1 Rotate the On/Off Volume knob clockwise
the meter needle should ideally the green RX/TX LED will be illuminated.
be as far to the left as possible. 6 Repeat the same steps two through five
Anything over 3 is not acceptable. on Channel 1 and 40. This will check SWR
The antenna indicator will light. for all channels.
A slight antenna height
adjustment (higher or lower)
may be required. Repeat
calibration steps.

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 Operation Operation

Bluetooth® Bluetooth To Answer Calls Note

1 Press and release the BT Button when the cell phone ring For best audio quality while
Note Calls on a Bluetooth enabled cell phone can be is heard through the 29 LTD BT speaker. The BT LED will
routed through the 29 LTD BT speaker or external light steadily to indicate a call is in progress. using the Bluetooth feature,
When cell phone calls are in speaker accessory. place your cell phone at least
2 Speak into the 29 LTD BT microphone.The CB function of the
progress using the Bluetooth unit and PTT Button will be disabled while a call is in progress. 12 inches away from the
feature, the CB functions of 29 LTD BT.
3 End the call by press and release of the BT Button.
the unit are disabled. A tone will sound and the BT LED will flash briefly.
BT LED
Indicator To Initiate Calls
1 Dial a number according to the cell phone manufacturer’s
instructions. The key press and other tones will be heard
through the 29 LTD BT speaker.
BT Button 2 Press Send on the cell phone. The BT LED will light steadily
to indicate a call is in progress; and after a few seconds,
you will hear the ring tone for the number you dialed.
3 Once connected, speak into the 29 LTD BT microphone.
4 End the call by press and release of the BT Button.
To Pair with a Cell Phone
The BT LED will flash briefly.
1 With 29 LTD BT power On, press and hold the BT Button
5 Redial a number by press and hold of the BT Button for
for six seconds to enter Standby mode. A tone will sound two seconds. A tone will sound; and after a few seconds,
and the BT LED will flash for one minute to confirm entry you will hear the ring tone for the number you dialed. Note
to Standby.
Note 2 From Standby, press and hold the BT Button for four To Enable or Disable Voice Dialing The optional external
seconds to enter Pairing mode. microphone (see accessories
If no further pairing steps are If the paired cell phone supports voice dialing, press and
release the BT Button twice to toggle between enabling on page 35) can be plugged
taken, the unit will time-out A. First time pairing with a cell phone:
I. A tone will sound and the BT LED will flash rapidly and disabling this feature. into the rear of the unit and
and return to Standby after
to confirm Pairing mode.
To Turn Off The Bluetooth Function
clipped to a pocket or lapel for
five minutes. During the II. Follow the cell phone manufacturer's instruction hands-free speech during calls.
pairing process, press and to enable its Bluetooth function and enter the PIN Press and hold the BT Button for six seconds to turn off
release the BT Button to (Personal Identification Number) 0000. the Bluetooth function. Two short tones will sound and
III. Successful pairing will be indicated by a tone and the BT LED will turn Off and remain Off. When the optional
cancel the pairing process. brief flashing of the BT LED to confirm entry to microphone is plugged in,
Connected mode. A pair record will also be established To Re-pair The 29 LTD BT To The Cell Phone
for subsequent connections.
the main microphone will not
If pairing is lost while the 29 LTD BT power is On, press and hold
the BT Button for four seconds to re-pair with the cell phone.
pick up speech during calls
B. Subsequent pairings with a cell phone:
I. Follow any cell phone manufacturer instructions, but will be fully functional
If the 29 LTD BT is turned Off, it will retain the Bluetooth address
if needed, to enable the Bluetooth function. and automatically re-pair with the last cell phone used when for CB operation.
II. Successful pairing will be indicated by a tone it is turned back On.
and brief flashing of the BT LED to confirm entry
to Connected mode.

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 Operation Operation

Selecting A Selecting A Channel NB-ANL/ANL/OFF (Noise NB-ANL/ANL/

Channel Blanker/Automatic Noise Limiter) Switch OFF (Noise
Blanker/
Automatic
Noise Limiter)
ANT/ Switch

1 Switch to NOR to select desired channel. Note

The RF noise blanker is very
1 When switched to ANL the Automatic Noise
effective in reducing repetitive
Limiter is activated. This helps reduce noise
Bright/Dim Bright/Dim Switch created by the vehicle’s electronics.
noises such as ignition
interference.
Switch
When switched to NB/ANL position the RF
Noise Blanker is also activated, providing
increased noise filtration.
ANT/

When switched to OFF position all noise

filtration will be turned off.

1 Switch to BRT or DIM to control brightness

of the channel indicator and multi-function
meter for day or nighttime driving.

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 Operation Operation

RF Meter RF Meter External Speaker & Bluetooth Microphone External Speaker

This meter swings proportionately to the RF The external speaker jack is used for remote
output (outgoing signal) while transmitting. receiver monitoring. The optional Bluetooth
microphone connects to the Ext Mic jack.
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.

Note
1 The S/RF-SWR-CAL switch must be in the 1 Connect an external speaker and/or Bluetooth Cobra external speakers are
S/RF position. microphone to the jacks on the rear panel. rated at 10 watts.

S-Meter S-Meter RF Gain Control RF Gain Control

Swings proportionately to strength of incoming The RF Gain is used to optimize reception in
signal when receiving. strong or weak signal areas.

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

1 The S/RF-SWR-CAL switch must be in the 1 Rotate the RF Gain knob counterclockwise
S/RF position to read the meter. to reduce gain in strong signal areas. In weak
signal areas turn clockwise to increase gain.

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 Operation Operation

Setting Setting Delta-Tune Gate open

Delta-Tune Delta-Tune functions as a “fine tune” control
enabling you to capture a more readable signal,
as well as eliminate adjacent channel interference.

ANT/
2 Full counterclockwise rotation opens the
“gate” allowing all signals in.

1 Rotate Delta-Tune knob to the center

position for optimum tuning.
Gate set to Desired
Setting Squelch Setting Squelch Squelch Setting (DSS)
Squelch is the “control gate” for incoming signals.
Gate closed

3 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.

1 Full clockwise rotation closes the gate

allowing only very strong signals to enter.

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 Operation Operation

To Transmit To Transmit Transmit Transmit

Caution!
Be sure the antenna is properly
connected to the radio before ANT/

transmitting. Prolonged
transmitting without an
antenna, or a poorly matched
antenna, could cause damage
to the transmitter.
Be sure to read the F.C.C. Rules 1 Select desired channel.
and Regulations included with
this unit before transmitting.
1 Push and hold mic button to transmit.Transmitter
is now activated.When transmitting, hold the
Setting Setting Dynamike® microphone two inches from your mouth and
Dynamike® This controls the microphone sensitivity speak in a clear, normal voice. Release to receive.
(outgoing audio level).
Setting TalkBack TalkBack
This control is used to adjust the desired amount
of modulation talk back that is present at the
speaker during transmit. At fully counter-clockwise
position the talk back is off.

ANT/

1 Initially, set fully clockwise so that maximum

voice volume is available. Dynamike® may have
to be reduced in some conditions.

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 Operation Operation

PA (Public PA (Public Address)

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.
1 Connect an external PA speaker to the PA jack
Note on the rear panel. 3 Push and hold microphone button and speak
Activity on the CB channel in a normal voice. Your voice will now transmit
will be heard through the PA on the PA speaker.
speaker. Adjust volume control
to a normal listening level.

2 Set CB/PA switch to PA position.

4 Adjust PA speaker volume with the
Dynamike® control.

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 Home And Office Set-Up Temporary Mobile Set-Up

Base Station Base Station Operation

Operation (From 120V AC House Current)
(From 120V AC To operate your transceiver from home or office
House Current) you will need a 13.8 volt DC Power Pack rated at a
minimum of 2 amps, and a properly installed base
station antenna.

2 Plug power cable into back of unit marked

“Power”. Be sure to observe polarity markings.
Warning!
Do not attempt to operate this 3 Connect properly installed and matched base
transceiver by connecting it station antenna.
directly to 120v ac.
Temporary Mobile Operation Temporary
Note For temporary mobile operation you may want to Mobile Set-Up
For further information call purchase an optional automobile power adapter
Cobra Customer Service from your COBRA dealer. This adapter and a
773-889-3087. magnetic mount antenna allow you to quickly
“install” your transceiver for temporary use.

1 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 How Your CB Can Serve You

• Warn of traffic problems The FCC gives these examples of permitted and
• Provide weather and road data prohibited messages for channel 9. These are
• Provide help in event of an emergency only guidelines and not all-inclusive:
• Provide direct contact with home or office
• Assist police by reporting erratic drivers
• Get “local information” to find destination Permitted Example Message
• Communicate with family and friends Yes “Tornado sighted six miles north
• Suggest spots to eat and sleep of town.”
• Keep you alert while traveling
No “Post number 10.
A Few Rules A Few Rules You Should Know No tornado sighted.”
You Should A. Conversations cannot last more than 5 minutes
with another station. A one minute break is Yes “Out of gas on I-95 at mile
Know required to let others use the channel. marker 211.”
B. You cannot blast others off the air by use of No “Out of gas in my driveway.”
illegally amplified transmitters or illegally
high antennas. Yes “Four car accident on I-94 at
C. You cannot use CB to promote illegal activities. Exit 11. Send police and
D. Profanity is not allowed. ambulance.”
E. You may not transmit music with a CB. No “Traffic moving smoothly on I-94.”
F. Selling of merchandise and/or services is
prohibited. Yes “Weather Bureau has issued
thunderstorm warning.
Channel 9 1. Set to channel 9 for emergencies Bring sailboat into port.”
Emergency Be sure antenna is properly connected.
No “Attention motorists.
Messages 2. CB Distress Data Weather Bureau advises snow
When transmitting an emergency, you should tomorrow will accumulate
request a “REACT BASE” and provide the CB 4 to 6 inches.”
distress data (called CLIP):
Note
Yes “Fire in building at 539 Main,
If no response on channel 9, C all Sign Identify yourself.
L ocation Be exact. Evanston.”
try channels 19 or 14.
I njuries Number. Type. Trapped? No “Halloween patrol number 3.
P roblem Give details and help needed. All quiet.”
Transmit CLIP repeatedly so any monitor can assist.

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 How Your CB Can Serve You How Your CB Can Serve You

Code Meaning
CB 10-Codes CB 10-Codes 10-29 Time is up for contact
Citizen Bands have adopted the “10-CODES” for 10-30 Does not conform to FCC rules
standard questions and answers. These codes 10-33 Emergency traffic
provide quick and easy communication, especially 10-34 Trouble at this station
in noisy areas. Following are some of the more 10-35 Confidential information
common codes and meanings: 10-36 Correct time is
Code Meaning 10-37 Wrecker needed at
10-1 Receiving poorly 10-38 Ambulance needed
10-2 Receiving well 10-39 Message delivered
10-3 Stop transmitting 10-41 Turn to channel
10-4 OK, message received 10-42 Traffic accident at
10-5 Relay message 10-43 Traffic tie up at
10-6 Busy, stand by 10-44 Have a message for
10-7 Out of service, leaving 10-45 All units within range please report
10-8 In service, subject to call
10-50 Break channel
10-9 Repeat message
10-60 What is next message number?
10-10 Transmission completed standing by
10-62 Unable to copy. Use phone
10-11 Talking too rapidly
10-63 Net directed to
10-12 Visitors present
10-64 Net clear
10-13 Advise weather/roads
10-65 Awaiting your next message/assignment
10-16 Make pick up at
10-67 All units comply
10-17 Urgent business
10-70 Fire at
10-18 Anything for us?
10-19 Return to base 10-71 Proceed, transmission in sequence
10-20 My location is 10-77 Negative contact
10-21 Call by phone 10-81 Reserve hotel room for
10-22 Report in person to 10-82 Reserve room for
10-23 Stand by 10-85 My address is
10-24 Completed last assignment 10-91 Talk closer to mic
10-25 Can you contact 10-93 Check my frequency on this channel
10-26 Disregard last info 10-94 Give me a long count
10-27 Moving to channel 10-99 Mission completed, all units secure
10-28 Identify your station 10-200 Police needed at

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 Frequency Ranges 29 LTD BT Specifications

The COBRA 29 LTD BT transceiver represents one GENERAL

Channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CB - 40 CH
of the most advanced AM two-way radios used as Frequency Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CB - 26.965 to 27.405 MHz
Frequency Tolerance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.005 %
a Class D station in the Citizens Radio Service. This Frequency Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PLL (phase lock loop) Synthesizer
unit features advanced Phase Lock Loop (PLL) Operating Temperature Range . . . . . -30° C to + 50° C
Microphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Plug-in noise canceling
circuitry providing complete coverage of all 40 Input Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13.8VDC nom. (positive or negative ground)
CB channels. Current Drain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Transmit: AM full mod., 1.5A (maximum)
Receive: Squelched, 0.3A;
Channel Channel full audio output, 1.2A (nominal)
Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-5/8” D x 7-9/32”W x 2-13/64” H
CB Freq. CB Freq. Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 lbs.
Channel In MHz Channel In MHz Antenna Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .UHF; SO-239
Meter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Illuminated; indicates relative power output,
received signal strength and VSWR
1 26.965 21 27.215 Bluetooth Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33' (10 meters)
2 26.975 22 27.225 TRANSMITTER
3 26.985 23 27.255 Power Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 watts
Modulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .AM (Amplitude Modulation)
4 27.005 24 27.235 Frequency Response . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .300 to 3000 Hz
5 27.015 25 27.245 Output Impedance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 ohms, unbalanced

RECEIVER
Sensitivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Less than 1 µV for 10 dB (S+N) /N
6 27.025 26 27.265 Selectivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 dB @ 7 KHz, 60 dB @ 10KHz
7 27.035 27 27.275 Image Rejection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80 dB, typical
Adjacent-Channel Rejection . . . . . . . .60 dB, typical
8 27.055 28 27.285 IF Frequencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Double Conversion: 1st: 10.695 MHz
9 27.065 29 27.295 2nd: 455 KHz
Automatic Gain Control (AGC) . . . . . .Less than 10 dB change in audio output for
10 27.075 30 27.305 inputs from 10 to 50,000 microvolts
RF Gain Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Adjustable for optimum signal reception
Noise Blanker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .RF type
11 27.085 31 27.315 Squelch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Adjustable; threshold less than 1µV
Audio Output Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 watts
12 27.105 32 27.325 Frequency Response . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .300 to 3000 Hz
13 27.115 33 27.335 Distortion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Less than 5% @3 watts @ 1000 Hz
Built-in Speaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 ohms, 5w
14 27.125 34 27.345 External Speaker (Not supplied) . . . . . .8 ohms; disables internal speaker
15 27.135 35 27.355 when connected

PA SYSTEM
16 27.155 36 27.365 Power Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 watts into external speaker
External Speaker for PA . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 ohms, when PA-CB switch is in PA,
17 27.165 37 27.375 (Not Supplied) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .The PA speaker also monitors the receiver;
separate jack provided
18 27.175 38 27.385
(SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE)
19 27.185 39 27.395
20 27.205 40 27.405 WARNING: This product contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California
to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm..
Wash hands after handling.

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 Limited One Year Warranty Optional Accessories

COBRA ELECTRONICS CORPORATION warrants that

its COBRA CB Radios, and the component parts thereof,
Wa will be free of defects in workmanship and materials for
ar rra period of one (1) year from the date of first consumer
1 Ye

nty

purchase. This warranty may be enforced by the first

consumer purchaser, provided that the product is utilized
within the U.S.A.
Q
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LITY SEAL Replacement DC Power Cord Replacement Mounting Replacement Thumb Screws
COBRA will, without charge, repair or replace, at its Bracket For in vehicle use
For in vehicle use
option, defective CB radios, products or component parts For in vehicle use 634-081-9-001
426-002-N-001
upon delivery to the COBRA factory Service Department, 251-353-9-001
accompanied by proof of the date of first consumer
Cobra Electronics
purchase, such as a duplicated copy of a sales receipt.
Corporation
You must pay any initial shipping charges required to ship
6500 West Cortland Street
the product for warranty service, but the return charges
Chicago, Illinois 60707 USA will be at Cobra's expense, if the product is repaired or
replaced under warranty.
www.cobra.com
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may
also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Replacement Microphone 21” Base Loaded Magnet 38” Base Loaded Magnet
Exclusions: This limited warranty does not apply; Bracket Mount Antenna Mount Antenna
1) to any product damaged by accident; 2) in the
event of misuse or abuse of the product or as a result of For in vehicle use
HG A1000 HG A1500
unauthorized alterations or repairs; 3) if the serial number 741-080-9-001
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 External Bluetooth
allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or Microphone
consequential damages, so the above limitations
MNA MIC
may not apply to you.

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Optional Accessories cont.

Dynamic External Speaker Noise Canceling External Noise Canceling With Talk
Speaker Back External Speaker
HG S100 HG S300 HG S500

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 37.

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