Cobra 75 ST EU User manual

The CB Story
The Citizens Band lies between the shortwave broadcast and
10-meter Amateur radio bands, and was established by law in
1949. The Class D two-way communications service was opened
in 1959. (CB also includes a Class A citizens band and Class C
remote control frequencies.)
What’s Included with Your 75 ST EU
1. 75 ST EU Microphone Controller
2. CB Transceiver and Mounting Hardware
3. Operating Manual
A1
75 ST EU
Multi-Standard Remote Mount
CB Radio with SoundTracker®System
Operating Instructions
for your Cobra®75 ST EU
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©2012 Cobra Electronics Corporation
Printed in China
Part No. 480-819-P
Version C NothingComes Close to a Cobra®
75 ST EU
Multi-Standard Remote Mount
CB Radio with SoundTracker®System
Operating Instructions
for your Cobra®76 ST EU
©2012Cobra Electronics Corporation
Printedin China
PartNo. 480-819-P
NothingComes Close to a Cobra™
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please visit our website:
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NOTES
Our Thanks to You and
Customer Assistance
Controls and Indicators
1 SoundTracker®Key
2 Memory Key
3 Channel 9/19/Memory
Location 1 Key
4 LCD Display Panel
5 Dual Watch/Memory Location
2 Key
6 Scan/Memory Location 3 Key
7 AM/FM/Memory Location
4 Key
8 On/Off/Volume Control
9 Lock Key
10 Squelch Control
11 Microphone
12 Speaker
13 Channel Up Button
14 Channel Down Button
15 PTT (Push-To-Talk) Key
16 Quick Disconnect/Connector
A2 A3
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8
9
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16
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Thank you for purchasing the Cobra 75 ST EU CB Radio Transceiver/
Microphone Controller. Properly used, this Cobra product will give you many
years of reliable service.
NOTICE!
Before using this transceiver, please check that the radio has been
programmed on the frequency band specifications and operating modes
allowed by the regulations valid in the country where the product is used.
If not, please proceed to modify the frequency band programming, as
described in this owner’s manual page 11. This transceiver is programmed
at the factory on the EU1 frequency band (40 CH AM 4W/40 CH FM 4W).
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, please
contact your local dealer.
This equipment is intended for use in:
For Warranty, Product Service and Accessory Information
Please contact your local dealer or distributor.
See the enclosed leaflet, which provides contact information for the Cobra
international distributors.
AT
BA
BE
BG
CH
CZ
DE
This equipment is intended for use in:
Countries of use
EE
ES
FI
FR
GB
GR
HR
HU
IE
IS
IT NL
NO
PT
RO
RS
SE
SI
SK
TR
LT
LV
LU
DK
MK
MT
CY UA
RU
PL
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10
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Table of Contents
Contents
Features........................................................................................... 1
The CB Story................................................................................. A1
Included Accessories
Controls & Indicators................................................................... A2
Our Thanks to You .......................................................................A3
Customer Assistance
Installation
Transceiver Location ................................................................... 2
Mounting Transceiver .................................................................. 3
Mounting and Connections.......................................................... 4
75 ST EU Fuses .......................................................................... 6
Microphone Hanger ..................................................................... 7
Antenna........................................................................................ 8
External Speaker ......................................................................... 9
Noise Interference ....................................................................... 9
Operating Your 75 ST EU
Turning On Your CB.................................................................. 10
Selecting a Channel (Country of Use)....................................... 11
Activating SoundTracker®........................................................... 12
Testing SoundTracker®.............................................................. 13
Setting the Squelch.................................................................... 14
LCD Display............................................................................... 16
Receive/Transmit....................................................................... 17
Emergency Channel 9 ............................................................... 18
One-Touch Channel 19 ............................................................. 19
Key Lock.................................................................................... 20
Frequency Display..................................................................... 21
All Channel Scan ....................................................................... 22
Channel Saver Feature.............................................................. 23
Retrieving Channels From Memory........................................... 24
Dual Watch ................................................................................ 25
Home & Office Set-Up............................................................... 27
Frequency Ranges ....................................................................... 28
75 ST EU Specifications .............................................................. 31
Optional Accessories................................................................... 32
Declaration of Conformity ........................................................... 33
Features of This Product
• AM/FM1W/4WMulti-Country
Programmable Remote Mount
Transceiver
• SoundTracker®System
• RemoteMount
Installation System
• FullFeaturedIlluminated
LCD Display Panel
• DualWatchChannelMonitor
• FullChannelScan
• FourMemoryLocations
• One-TouchInformation
Channel 19
• One-TouchEmergency
Channel 9
• KeyLock
• 10FootFlexibleCord
• QuickDisconnect
• SquelchControl
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Installation
Mounting the Transceiver
1Hold Cobra 75 ST EU transceiver bracket in exact location
desired for mounting.
2Using it as a template, mark the location for the mounting
screws (included.)
3Mount the Transceiver as shown.
Mounting the
Transceiver
Note
Make certain that nothing will
interfere with the installation of
mounting screws, before drilling
holes.
Installation
Location
Mount your Cobra 75 ST EU Transceiver 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.
Under the Front Seat Installation
On the Fire Wall Installation
Location
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Under the
Front Seat
Installation
Note
Do not mount under the hood,
near heat ducts or in direct line of
the car’s heater.
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Installation
1 Connect to 12V Dashborad Connection.
2For constant 12 volt source power, remove the cigarette lighter
plug and connect the red wire marked “BATT(+)” directly to the
positive side of the battery or to a connection on the fuse block
that is always on.
3Connect the black wire “Ground” to the negative side of the
car, usually the chassis. Any other location with good electrical
contact (paint removed) will also work.
Mounting and
Connections
Caution
Leavingthe75STEUonafter
your car is turned off can drain
your car battery when connected to
a constant 12 volt source. When
connected to an accessory 12 volt
source the unit will turn off when
vehicle is turned off.
Installation
Mounting and Connections
The Transceiver is held by two screws, permitting mounting in the
manner most convenient for your installation.
Mounting hardware is supplied for mounting the Transceiver. The
mounting must be mechanically strong and also provide a good
electrical connection to the chassis of the vehicle. Proceed as
follows to mount junction box:
1After you have determined the most convenient location in your
vehicle, hold the Cobra 75 ST EU Transceiver in the exact
location desired. If nothing will interfere with mounting it in the
desired position, use the Transceiver as a template to mark
the location for the mounting screws. Before drilling the holes,
make sure nothing will interfere with the installation of the
mounting screws.
2Connect the antenna cable connector to the antenna
receptacle on the unit. Most CB antennas are terminated with
a type PL-259 plug and mate with the receptacle.
3Connect the control unit to the front connector.
Mounting and
Connections
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