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Owner's Manual VHF MARINE RADIO MR F80B-D Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra® Introduction Our Thanks to you and Customer Assistance Thank you for purchasing a CobraMarine® VHF radio. Properly used, this Cobra® product will give you many years of reliable service. How Your CobraMarine VHF Radio Works - Cobra MR F80B-D | MRF80BD_MANL_ENG - Page 2
access to all of the National Weather Channels, 24 hours a day. Emergency Weather Alert with SAME Noise Canceling Microphone Blocks background noise rewind button and Cobra VHF will replay the last 20 seconds of the audio from your VHF. Mounting Kits (Included) Radio can be mounted on, under or - Cobra MR F80B-D | MRF80BD_MANL_ENG - Page 3
RF noise in highly from the GPS is then sent by the MR F80 populated areas. when sending out DSC emergency Distress Call Button transmissions distress message at the radio to send out position information touch of a button as well as specific received from other VHF radio units. This station - Cobra MR F80B-D | MRF80BD_MANL_ENG - Page 4
and Troubleshooting 64 Specifications 65 Appendix VHF Marine Channel Assignments 66 NOAA Weather Channels and Alert 79 World City Time Zones 80 Warranty and Trademark Limited 3-Year Warranty & Trademark Acknowledgement 81 Customer Service Product Service 82 Flush Mount Template 83 - Cobra MR F80B-D | MRF80BD_MANL_ENG - Page 5
instructions carefully before installing and using the radio. Special attention must be paid to the WARNING and NOTICE statements in this manual FCC RF exposure limits for "Occupational Use Only." This CobraMarine VHF radio also complies with the following guidelines and standards regarding RF energy - Cobra MR F80B-D | MRF80BD_MANL_ENG - Page 6
service any internal parts yourself. Have any necessary service VHF Marine Radio Protocols FCC Licensing Information • CobraMarine VHF radios comply with the FCC (Federal Communication Commission) requirements that regulate the Maritime Radio Service. This CobraMarine radio incorporates a VHF - Cobra MR F80B-D | MRF80BD_MANL_ENG - Page 7
a unique nature, with parts other than those recommended by Cobra may cause a violation of the technical regulations of part 80 of the FCC Rules, or violation of type acceptance requirements of part 2 of the rules. VHF Marine Radio Procedures • Maintain Your Watch Whenever your boat is underway - Cobra MR F80B-D | MRF80BD_MANL_ENG - Page 8
radios. 8 English Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI) VHF Marine Radio Protocols Maritime Mobile Service radio to operate in the DSC mode, you must enter your maritime mobile service identity (MMSI) number. See page 51 for instructions range of a shore-based VHF marine channel to distress and - Cobra MR F80B-D | MRF80BD_MANL_ENG - Page 9
marine operator) channels. If you plan to use these services, consider registering with the operator of the public coast station that you plan to work through. Those services have a VHF marine radio. The marine environment can be unforgiving, and what may initially be a minor problem can Cobra® 11 - Cobra MR F80B-D | MRF80BD_MANL_ENG - Page 10
VHF Marine Radio your radio. If Marine Distress Procedure Speak slowly - clearly - calmly. 1. Make sure your radio Keep the radio nearby. Even VHF Marine Radio Protocols Marine Distress your radio, radios. WARNING This radio radio must be used only within communication range of a shore based VHF - Cobra MR F80B-D | MRF80BD_MANL_ENG - Page 11
find all of the following items in the package with your CobraMarine VHF radio: Transceiver Transceiver Flush Mount Kit Transceiver Surface Mount Kit Microphone 16/9 Mic Mounting Kit Operating Instruction Manual Warning Sticker WARNING This equipment is designed to generate a digital maritime - Cobra MR F80B-D | MRF80BD_MANL_ENG - Page 12
Flush Mount A Flush Mount kit is included with your CobraMarine VHF radio to allow its installation in almost any flat surface. To Mount the to interface the MR F80 radio with the Cobra MC 600C Series chartplotters. NOTICES A reverse polarity connection will damage the radio. When replacing the - Cobra MR F80B-D | MRF80BD_MANL_ENG - Page 13
radio is arranged to use any of the popular marine VHF antennas, but it is up to you to choose which antenna to use. Since it represents the link between your radio and the outside world, Cobra be mounted at least 16.4 ft (5 m) above the highest deck where people may be during radio transmissions, - Cobra MR F80B-D | MRF80BD_MANL_ENG - Page 14
a grounded metallic barrier. This is especially important on vessels with antennas mounted as described in B where no one may be within 9 ft VHF radio. Installation and Start-Up External Devices and Connections External Devices and Connections • Your CobraMarine VHF radio Close to a Cobra® 21 - Cobra MR F80B-D | MRF80BD_MANL_ENG - Page 15
or give instructions to line handlers on the dock. Your CobraMarine VHF radio can be Cobra Electronics strongly recommends that you obtain and connect a GPS device to your CobraMarine VHF radio to the NMEA in negative (-) wire (green) of the MR F80 NMEA/IO interface cable. 3. Bond the NMEA out positive - Cobra MR F80B-D | MRF80BD_MANL_ENG - Page 16
radio. Throughout this manual you will be instructed to press, or to press and hold buttons on the transceiver or on the microphone/speaker. Press means a momentary press, then release; press and hold means to hold the button down. Tones and Alarms When your CobraMarine VHF radio to a Cobra® 25 - Cobra MR F80B-D | MRF80BD_MANL_ENG - Page 17
radio. On/Off Power/ Volume Knob Volume radio and radio frequency Radio Getting Started Channel Select Knob SELECT Channel Select Using Radio Knob Allows for the manual selection of all the VHF marine the radio receives released, the radio goes directly released, the radio returns to - Cobra MR F80B-D | MRF80BD_MANL_ENG - Page 18
the radio is in Standby mode, the Receive radio. You will hear the message through whichever speakers are connected to the radio the CobraMarine VHF radio to turn On manual. For example, MMSI information is in the DSC portion of the manual radio to the Standby mode. Exit NOTE The ESC button on the radio - Cobra MR F80B-D | MRF80BD_MANL_ENG - Page 19
Time Offset Set Time Setup Mode Programming Key Tone The confirmation key tone sounds when the CobraMarine VHF radio is turned On and confirms all button presses except for the Talk button. The confirmation key exit the TIMEOFST menu and return to the Setup menu. Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra® 31 - Cobra MR F80B-D | MRF80BD_MANL_ENG - Page 20
radio will also show the local time as the adjustment is being made. U.S.A./International/Canada (UIC) Channel Maps There are three (3) sets of VHF Channel Maps for marine Operating Your Radio Special Features Special Features • Rewind-Say-Again™ Feature The MR F80 radio has a Cobra exclusive - Cobra MR F80B-D | MRF80BD_MANL_ENG - Page 21
, Follow the instructions to turn the REWIND feature off. The last incoming transmission will be recorded to the unit's memory. IOnptreordauticntgioYnour Radio PVoroicdeucTtraFnesamtuisression Voice Transmission • Use the Transmit (TX) mode to communicate with safety services, other vessels - Cobra MR F80B-D | MRF80BD_MANL_ENG - Page 22
Transmission Transmit Power Output The radio transmits selectively at 1 or 25 watts of power. Cobra suggests maintaining the low power transmission to communicate to other nearby vessels or people. This feature requires a mounted and connected optional PA speaker. To Broadcast on the PA Speaker: 1. - Cobra MR F80B-D | MRF80BD_MANL_ENG - Page 23
Radio and Alert, w/SAME • NOAA broadcasts weather information as described in the NOAA Weather Channels section on page 25 of this manual 697-7263) to program the SAME alert into this radio. General SAME Information: County Codes and Marine Coverage: http://www.weather.gov/nwr To Set the Cobra® 39 - Cobra MR F80B-D | MRF80BD_MANL_ENG - Page 24
. SAME Event Code Alert IOnptreordauticntgioYnour Radio PArdovdaunccteFdeOatpuerreastion Advanced Operation • There are several features in the CobraMarine MR F80 VHF radio that provide quick access to the to other channels. Channel 16/9 Toggle 40 English Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra® 41 - Cobra MR F80B-D | MRF80BD_MANL_ENG - Page 25
Tri-Watch button to set a new Tri-Watch channel. The Tri-watch screen will display on the LCD and the radio will scan amongst Channel 16 and the other two Tri-Watch locations you've selected. A signal on any one . Repeat as necessary to clear additional channels. Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra® 43 - Cobra MR F80B-D | MRF80BD_MANL_ENG - Page 26
radio rapidly switches from one recorded channel to another. When any activity is detected, the radio instructions on recording at least two channels, see Memory Channels, page 55.) NOTE The radio The radio immediately radio returns radio radio Radio radio send or record a radio message. I Function ( - Cobra MR F80B-D | MRF80BD_MANL_ENG - Page 27
Radio USERMMSI Menu USERMMSI ID Entry MMSI Final Change MMSI Entry Error Message USERMMSI Menu BACK POS RELY USERMMSI GRP MMSI MANUAL or the radio must be returned to Cobra Electronics for reset. See Product Service on page 79 for details on how to return your radio. Transferring a Radio to - Cobra MR F80B-D | MRF80BD_MANL_ENG - Page 28
problem if your radio is being used to maintain a listening watch or to communicate on a designated bridge-to-bridge or vessel traffic services radio. Each member of a group must enter the group MMSI number in their radio DSC radios with GPS send current setting - AUTO or MANUAL. 3. Move the selection - Cobra MR F80B-D | MRF80BD_MANL_ENG - Page 29
. An alarm will sound on the receiving radio to make that station aware of your individual call. Up on Channel 70 can be a lifesaver for mariners. Distress Button NOTE The DSC call: I GPS device is connected or a position is manually entered. DSC operation does not provide receiving Cobra® 51 - Cobra MR F80B-D | MRF80BD_MANL_ENG - Page 30
Radio /Down buttons to manually select from the Radio transmission, the radio maintains a the radio resends Distress call, the radio receives the call, sounds Service Identify) matches a contact from the Individual Directory entry stored in your radio mode. NOTE The radio automatically switches to - Cobra MR F80B-D | MRF80BD_MANL_ENG - Page 31
radios, can send Distress Relay calls. Receiving Distress Relay Calls This radio stations in radio range. a routine call. The radio uses Channel 16 for radio automatically switches to a voice channel. a. After Urgency and Safety calls, the radio radios radio sound the Distress alarm and switch the radio - Cobra MR F80B-D | MRF80BD_MANL_ENG - Page 32
radios send Geographical calls. Receiving a Geographical Call Geographical calls are transmitted by specially equipped radios radio the radio selects for Radio Directory or Manual selection. Scroll . I If the radio called sends back an radio called does not send an "able to comply" response, the radio - Cobra MR F80B-D | MRF80BD_MANL_ENG - Page 33
buttons to select a channel to communicate the call. 5. Press the Enter button to send the message. I All radios switch to the channel selected in step 1. Press and hold the Talk button to send a voice message to everyone has chosen not to reply to your request. Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra® 59 - Cobra MR F80B-D | MRF80BD_MANL_ENG - Page 34
a GPS device connected. Press any button to silence the alarm and exit the display. When the Radio is in the Manual Reply Mode: A position request message will sound the Position Request alarm and show the name of the to Standby mode without sending your position. Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra® 61 - Cobra MR F80B-D | MRF80BD_MANL_ENG - Page 35
the alarm and return to Standby mode. IOnptreordauticntgioYnour Radio Call Log Menu All Messages Viewed Unread Messages will erase the oldest call information on a first-in, first-out basis. To Review Log Messages Received While in DSC Standby Mode: 1. From Standby mode, press to a Cobra® 63 - Cobra MR F80B-D | MRF80BD_MANL_ENG - Page 36
is exposed to salt water, rinse it in fresh water at least once a day to prevent buildup of salt deposits, which could interfere with button operation. Troubleshooting Problem No display on LCD when radio is turned On Will transmit at 1 watt, but not at 25 watts Will not transmit No sound from - Cobra MR F80B-D | MRF80BD_MANL_ENG - Page 37
VHF channels have been established for marine use in the U.S.A., Canada and the rest of the world (International). Most of the channels are the same for all three (3) maps, but there are definite differences (see table on the following pages). Your radio . Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra® 67 - Cobra MR F80B-D | MRF80BD_MANL_ENG - Page 38
is prohibited; your radio cannot transmit voice messages or a knowledgeable radio operator before using them. 68 English VHF Marine Channel Assignments Appendix verbales están prohibidas; el radio no puede transmitir mensajes de radio con experiencia antes de usarlos. Nothing Comes Close to - Cobra MR F80B-D | MRF80BD_MANL_ENG - Page 39
VHF Marine VHF Marine Channel Assignments Appendix Channel Use (English) Uso de canales (Español) Public Correspondence (Marine Marine Operator) Correspondencia pública (operador marítimo) Public Correspondence (Marine Marine Marine Marine radios sintonizados en este canal Nothing Comes Close to - Cobra MR F80B-D | MRF80BD_MANL_ENG - Page 40
700 • • 157.100 157.100 • • 157.150 161.750 • 157.150 157.150 VHF Marine Channel Assignments Appendix Channel Use (English) Port Operations, VTS in selected areas Environmental (Receive Only). Canada (operador marítimo) Entidades gubernamentales solamente Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra® 73 - Cobra MR F80B-D | MRF80BD_MANL_ENG - Page 41
VHF Marine Channel Assignments Appendix Channel Use (English) Uso de canales (Español) Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) Safety: Continuous Marine Broadcast (CMB) service portuarias, movimiento de embarcaciones Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra® 75 - Cobra MR F80B-D | MRF80BD_MANL_ENG - Page 42
88A • 157.425 157.425 76 English VHF Marine Channel Assignments Appendix Channel Use (English) Uso de canales (Español) Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) Non-Commercial (Recreational) Port Operations, canadiense Comercial entre embarcaciones solamente Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra® 77 - Cobra MR F80B-D | MRF80BD_MANL_ENG - Page 43
VHF Marine Channel Assignments Appendix VHF Marine Channel Assignments (English 04A, transmit and receive on a single frequency, which is termed simplex operation. Your radio automatically adjusts to these conditions. When in simplex operation, the A icon will appear Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra® 79 - Cobra MR F80B-D | MRF80BD_MANL_ENG - Page 44
consumer purchaser, provided that the product is utilized within the U.S.A. Cobra will, without charge, repair or replace, at its option, defective radios, products or component parts upon delivery to the Cobra Factory Service department, accompanied by proof of the date of first consumer purchase - Cobra MR F80B-D | MRF80BD_MANL_ENG - Page 45
Flush Mount Template / Plantilla para montaje empotrado Use the supplied template to . Operating Your Radio Product Service Product Service • If you have any questions about operation or installing your new CobraMarine VHF product, or if you are missing parts... Please call Cobra first! DO
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Our Thanks to you and
Customer Assistance
Introduction
VHF MARINE RADIO
MR F80B-D
Printed in China Part No.
480-694-P
Version A
Owner’s Manual
Nothing
Comes Close to a Cobra
®
Thank you for purchasing a CobraMarine
®
VHF radio.
Properly used, this Cobra
®
product will give you
many years of reliable service.
How Your CobraMarine VHF Radio Works
This radio is a VHF transceiver for fixed mounting on your boat. It gives you 2-way
vessel-to-vessel and vessel-to-shore station communications, primarily for safety
and secondarily for navigation and operational purposes. With it, you can call for
help, get information from other boaters, talk to lock or bridge tenders and make
radiotelephone calls to anywhere in the world through a marine operator.
Besides 2-way communications, in the U.S.A., the radio can provide quick
access to receive all NOAA (National Oceanographic and Atmospheric
Administration), including two Canadian weather channels for alerting you to
weather emergencies with a tone on a weather channel you can select for your area.
Customer Assistance
Should you encounter any problems with this product, or not understand
its many features, please refer to this owner’s manual. If you require further
assistance after reading this manual, Cobra Electronics offers the following
customer assistance services:
For Assistance in the U.S.A.
Automated Help Desk
English only.
24 hours a day, seven (7) days a week 773-889-3087 (phone).
Customer Assistance Operators
English and Spanish
.
8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Central Time Mon. through Fri. (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 (online: Frequently Asked Questions).
English and Spanish. productinfo
@
cobra.com (e-mail).
For Assistance Outside the U.S.A.
Contact Your Local Dealer
Customer Assistance
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6500 West Cortland Street
Chicago, Illinois 60707 USA
www.cobra.com