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Cobra 75 WX ST Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating instructions for your
75 WX ST
COMPACT REMOTE MOUNT
CB RADIO WITH
"Cuts Noise Coming In... Strengthens Signals Going Out"
COBRA ELECTRONICS CORPORATION
6500 W. Cortland Street
Chicago, Illinois 60707
"Ingenious Products for
Easier Communication."
Printed in Thailand
Cobra Electronics Corp.© 1997
Part no. 480-230-P-001

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  • Page 1 Operating instructions for your 75 WX ST COMPACT REMOTE MOUNT CB RADIO WITH “Cuts Noise Coming In... Strengthens Signals Going Out” COBRA ELECTRONICS CORPORATION 6500 W. Cortland Street Chicago, Illinois 60707 “Ingenious Products for Easier Communication.” Printed in Thailand Cobra Electronics Corp.© 1997...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Optional Accessories ...40 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION The Cobra 75 WX ST is the ultimate in remote mount CB transceivers and features the SoundTracker system which dramatically eliminates annoying static to deliver crisp, clear sound quality. The 75’s compact, state-of-the- art design provides consistent, outstanding performance in almost all conditions or situations.

  • Page 3: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION CONTROLS AND INDICATORS SoundTracker Key Memory Key Channel 9 / 19 / Memory Location 1 Key LCD Display Panel Dual Watch / Memory Location 2 Key Scan / Memory Location 3 Key CB / Weather Channel / Memory Location 4 Key On / Off / Volume Control Lock Key 10.

  • Page 4: Components Included

    75 WX ST Transceiver Installation Hardware LOCATION Mount your Cobra 75 WX ST Connector Box in a convenient location, away from moisture and direct sunlight, in a location that will not interfere with driving. Cobra suggests mounting it either under the front seat or on the fire wall.

  • Page 5: Mounting Connector Box

    (paint removed) will also work. CAUTION: Leaving the 75 WX ST on after your car is turned off can drain your car battery when connected to a constant 12 volt source. When connected to accessory 12 volt source unit will turn off.

  • Page 6: Microphone Hanger

    INSTALLATION MICROPHONE HANGER INSTALLING MICROPHONE HANGER 1. Hold microphone hanger in location desired for mounting. Make certain that nothing will interfere with the hanger’s installation. 2. Mark the location for the three mounting screws (screws included). 3. Drill and mount microphone hanger.

  • Page 7: Speakers

    INSTALLATION SPEAKERS/NOISE INTERFERENCE EXTERNAL SPEAKER INSTALLATION 1. Mount external speaker in desired location. 2. Plug jack into the back of the Connector Box labled EXT. *The external speaker should have 4-8 ohms impedance and be able to handle at least 4 watts. IGNITION NOISE INTERFERENCE The alternator and ignition system in your vehicle may limit your ability to receive low signal levels.

  • Page 8: Turning Your Cb On

    OPERATION TURNING CB ON TURNING YOUR CB ON 1. Rotate the power ON- OFF Volume Control clockwise. 2. Turn the Squelch Control counterclockwise until noise is heard. OUND RACKER 3. Adjust volume to a comfortable level. SELECTING A CHANNEL 1. Change channels by pressing either the channel up or channel...

  • Page 9: Activating Soundtracker

    OPERATION ACTIVATING SOUNDTRACKER ACTIVATING SOUNDTRACKER 1. Depress the Sound- Tracker key. will be displayed on the LCD readout. TESTING SOUNDTRACKER 1. Select any unused channel on your CB. 2. Open the squelch control fully by turning the knob counterclock-wise until it stops.

  • Page 10: Setting The Squelch

    OPERATION SETTING THE SQUELCH SETTING THE SQUELCH 1. Turn CB on by turning the volume control clockwise. Adjust the volume to a comfortable level. 2. Before setting the squelch control on your radio, you must select a channel that is not in use. 3.

  • Page 11: Lcd Readout

    OPERATION LCD READOUT LCD DISPLAY Your Cobra 75 WX ST CB is designed with a liquid crystal display that indicates channel number, frequency and the operating mode. 2 digit channel display / 5 digit = Weather Station frequency display = Receive Indicator...

  • Page 12: One Touch Channel 9 & 19

    OPERATION ONE TOUCH CHANNEL 9 AND 19 EMERGENCY CHANNEL 9 OR INFORMATION CHANNEL 19 1. To access emergency channel 9, press Channel 9/19 key once. 2. You are now on emergency channel 9 and the icon will appear. 3. To access information channel 19, press Channel 9/19 key again.

  • Page 13: Key Lock

    OPERATION KEY LOCK KEY LOCK 1. Press Key Lock button to prevent unintentional channel changing. 2. You are now locked and the icon will appear. LOCK 3. Press Key Lock button again to deactivate. 5 DIGIT FREQUENCY DISPLAY 1. Push and hold Memory key for approximately 3 seconds.

  • Page 14: All Channel Scan

    3. Scan icon will apear. 4. Press any key to stop scanning sequence. NOTE. The 75 WX ST will stop scanning and monitor a channel when it receives an incoming transmission. Five seconds after the transmission stops, the 75 WX ST will resume the scanning function.

  • Page 15: Channel Saver

    2. Connection on the fuse box that is always on. See installation section for details. NOTE: Leaving the 75 WX ST on after your car is turned off can drain your car battery when connected to a constant 12 volt source.

  • Page 16: Dual Watch

    4 PWR 7. Press any key to stop monitoring function. NOTE: The 75 WX ST will alternate between both channels until it receives an incoming transmission. Five seconds after the transmission stops, it will again alternate between both channels. OPERATION...

  • Page 17: How Your Cb Can Serve You

    If You Think You Need Service, Call 773-889-3087 “If your product should require factory service please call Cobra first before sending your unit in. This will ensure the fastest turnaround 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.

  • Page 18: Weather Channel Messages

    National Weather Service (Attn: W/OM11), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Silver Spring, MD. 20910. Note: Some areas may not have a broadcast tower within the receiving range of your 75 WX ST. USE CHANNEL 9 FOR EMERGENCY ONLY Operating Procedure for Emergency Communications 1.

  • Page 19: Cb 10 Codes

    CB 10-CODES Citizens Band radio operators have largely adopted the “10-code” for standard questions and answers. Its use permits faster communications and better understanding in noisy areas. The following table lists some of the more common codes and their meanings: Code Meaning Code...

  • Page 20: Frequency Ranges

    300 - 3000 HZ AT -6 DB 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 a 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...

  • Page 21: Optional Accessories

    OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES You can find these fine accessories at your local Cobra CB dealer. High Performance Remote connector box. Magnetic Mount AC-701 $29.95 Weather/CB Antenna. ATW-400 $39.95 If you wish, you can order directly from Cobra Order by phone: Call 1-773-889-3087 (Press 1 from the main menu) 8a.m.-8p.m. M-F CST. Order by mail or fax: Please fill out order form below, and mail/fax directly to Cobra.

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