Cobra MR HH150 FLT MR HH150 FLTE Manual - International - Page 5

ation Customer Assistance Marine Communication Introduction NOTICE Intro Operation Customer Assistance Warranty Your radio is waterproof only when the batteries are properly installed. ice Caution Warning AVOID using or storing the radio at temperatures below -4° F (-20° C) or above 140° F (60° C). Installation Customer Assistance KEEP yourSrecaonddiaory Iacotnsleast 3 ft (0.9 m) away from the vessel's magnetic navigation compass. DO NOT attempt to service any internal parts yourself. Have any necessary service performed by a qualified technician. This radio is supplied withNoNticeiMH (NiCcakutieonl-MetalWHarynidngride) rechargeable batteries. • Use only the Cobra power cord to recharge NiMH batteries in the radio. • Do not short circuit the batteries. tion Customer • When Warranty replacing the batteries, dispose of the old batteries properly. The NiMH Assistance batteries may explode if disposed of in a fire. • Do not attempt to operate your radio while recharging the batteries. ation Customer • Do not use batteries other than Cobra NiMH or Alkaline batteries of the correct type. Assistance There is a risk of explosion if the batteries are replaced by an incorrect type. Compatible replacement NiMH batteries are available from Cobra. Changes or modifications to your radio MAY VOID its compliance with FCC (Federal Communications Commission) rules and make it illegal to use. ice Caution Warning Recommendations for Marine Communication • The frequencies your radio uses are set aside to enhance safety afloat and for vessel navigation and operational messages over a range suitable for nearshore voyages. If the 3 watt maximum output of your radio isn't sufficient for the distances you travel from the coast, consider installing more powerful radio equipment such as HF single side band or satellite radio for your vessel. The coastguard does not endorse mobile phones as substitutes for marine radios. They generally cannot communicate with rescue vessels and, if you make a distress call on a mobile phone, only the party you call will be able to hear you. Additionally, mobile phones may have limited coverage over water and can be hard to locate. If you don't know where you are, the coastguard will have difficulty finding you if you're using a mobile phone. However, mobile phones can have a place on board where mobile coverage is available - to allow social conversations and keep the marine frequencies uncluttered and available for their intended uses. 4 English Marine Communication, Procedures & Licensing Introduction Intro Operation Licensing Information Customer Assistance Warranty This CobraMarine radio incorporates a VHF FM transceiver designed for use in the frequency range of 156.025 to 163.275 MHz. It requires 6 volts DC and has a switchable RF output power of 0.5, 1 or 3 watts. The radio operates on all Installation currently Customer aAllsosisctaantceed marine channels and is switchable for use accordinSegcontdoaryIIncotnes rnational, Canadian, or U.S.A. regulations. It features instant access to emergency Channel 16 by pressing one key. CobraMarine® VHF radios comply with the U.S. FCC (Federal Communications Commission) requirements that regulate the Maritime Radio Service. Station License Notice Caution Warning The UK requires a ships radio license and a marine radio operators certificate before transmitting equipment can be used aboard a vessel. Other European countries have specific requirements of their own. For detailed information and applications, contact the Royal Mail Licensing Centre in the UK. In other countries contact the local equivalent of the UK Royal Mail or the national telecommunications authority. Canadian or U.S.A. Station License If your vessel will be entering the sovereign waters of Canada or the U.S.A., you should contact Industry of Canada, Radio Regulatory Branch or the U.S. Federal Communications Commission for licensing and operating information. Radio Call Sign A radio call sign is included as part of the ships radio license in the UK. Other countries may have different practices; contact your local regulatory authority for information. User Responsibility And Operating Locations All users are responsible for observing domestic and foreign government regulations and are subject to severe penalties for violations. The VHF frequencies on your radio are reserved for marine use and require a special license to operate from land, including when your boat is on its trailer. Disposal of Old Electrical or Electronics Equipment This product may contain hazardous substances that could impact health a nd the environment if not disposed of properly. The crossed out wheeled bin symbol indicates that the product s hould not be disposed of along with household waste. It should be handed over to an applicable collection point for the recycling o f electrical equipment. By ensuring that this product is disposed of correctly you will help/prevent potential negative impact on the environment. If you need more information on the collection, reuse and recycling s ystems, please contact your local civic office or the shop where it was o riginally purchased. Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra® 5